Best Places to Kayak Near Jonesboro, AR

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Jonesboro, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

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Top Picks Near Jonesboro

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Shirey Bay

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

BayBeginner28 mi away
a view of a body of water with trees in the background2

Lake Charles State Park (North)

Standout kayak fishing on Flat Creek - Lake Charles

LakeBeginner31 mi away
a body of water with houses in the background3

Lake Charles State Park (West)

A top-rated lake launch on Flat Creek - Lake Charles

LakeBeginner30 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Lake Frierson State Park Boating Access

Arkansas · 9.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 16.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Ok Lake

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 19.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area - Oak Donick

Arkansas · 20.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (North)

Arkansas · 20.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 20.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Poinsett State Park (Central)

Arkansas · 20.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Poinsett State Park (South)

Arkansas · 21.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area - Lock and Dam

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Lake Hogue (North)

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Hogue (South)

Arkansas · 22.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Righthand Chute Little River Launch

Arkansas · 22.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 23.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Bushy Creek Ditch

Arkansas · 24.4 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Marked Tree

Arkansas · 25.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Shirey Bay

Arkansas · 27.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dixie

Arkansas · 28.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Highway 412 Bridge

Arkansas · 29.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Powhatan Historic State Park

Arkansas · 29.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Lake Ashbaugh (Soutwest)

Arkansas · 29.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Lake Charles State Park (South 2)

Arkansas · 29.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background

Lake Charles State Park (South 1)

Arkansas · 29.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Davidsonville Historic State Park

Arkansas · 29.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Charles State Park (West)

Arkansas · 30.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Horseshoe Lake - Lawrence County Access

Arkansas · 30.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Ashbaugh (Northeast)

Arkansas · 30.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water with trees in the background

Lake Charles State Park (North)

Arkansas · 30.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Riverview School Access

Arkansas · 31.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (South)

Arkansas · 31.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Jonesboro.

Bono, AR7 miBrookland, AR9 miBay, AR10 miCash, AR14 miEgypt, AR14 miLake City, AR14 miWalcott, AR15 miState University, AR15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Jonesboro, AR?

Top picks near Jonesboro include Shirey Bay, Lake Charles State Park (North), Lake Charles State Park (West). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Jonesboro?

Near Jonesboro you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.

Are there free kayak launches near Jonesboro?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Jonesboro are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.