Best Places to Kayak Near Kensett, AR

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

30 nearby14 Rivers9 Lakes4 Creeks
← All paddling in Arkansas
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Riding

Arkansas · 1.8 mi

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West Point

Arkansas · 3.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Riverside Park Road

Arkansas · 4.2 mi

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Bald Knob Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 8.9 mi

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Glaise Creek #1

Arkansas · 10.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Nimmo

Arkansas · 11.2 mi

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Blue Hole

Arkansas · 11.3 mi

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Mallard Pond

Arkansas · 11.5 mi

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Section 34

Arkansas · 11.6 mi

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Glaise Creek #2

Arkansas · 11.8 mi

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Glaise Creek #3

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Mallard Pond Road

Arkansas · 12.9 mi

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Whirl Lake

Arkansas · 13.5 mi

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

Riverside Street

Arkansas · 14.3 mi

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Deep Bank Slough

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

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Monaghan/Womack Hwy. 305 Access

Arkansas · 15.0 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Ramsey

Arkansas · 16.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Bayou Des Arc Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 16.9 mi

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

East Locust Street

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tree Lakes Road

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dripping Springs

Arkansas · 17.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lake Barnett Primitive Access

Arkansas · 17.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Gravel HIll Road Bridge

Arkansas · 17.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Howard Lane

Arkansas · 18.0 mi

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Tom's Lake

Arkansas · 18.5 mi

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

Des Arc

Arkansas · 20.1 mi

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Lobo Landing

Arkansas · 21.3 mi

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Float Road Access

Arkansas · 21.4 mi

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Dump Road Access

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

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Howell High Water

Arkansas · 22.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Kensett include Howard Lane, Gravel HIll Road Bridge, Tree Lakes Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Kensett?

Near Kensett 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 Kensett?

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