Best Places to Kayak Near Knoxville, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Knoxville

green trees and brown sand during daytime1

Twin Dikes Road

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

BayBeginner25 mi away
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background2

Lucky Landing

Open-water sea kayaking access on Kuhn Bayou - Lake Atkins

BayBeginner26 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Launch Road

A top-rated bay launch on Kuhn Bayou - Lake Atkins

BayBeginner24 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Cabin Creek

Arkansas · 1.6 mi

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

Flat Rock Creek

Arkansas · 2.2 mi

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

Big Piney Creek

Arkansas · 3.3 mi

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

Road 2550

Arkansas · 4.1 mi

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

Shoal Bay Park

Arkansas · 6.1 mi

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

Spadra Park (East)

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Delaware Park

Arkansas · 7.5 mi

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

Spadra Park (West)

Arkansas · 7.6 mi

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

ANO Effluent Bay

Arkansas · 8.7 mi

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

Huckleberry Creek

Arkansas · 9.2 mi

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

Illinois Bayou Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 10.8 mi

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

Lake Dardanelle State Park

Arkansas · 10.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Dardanelle State Park

Arkansas · 11.7 mi

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

Cove Lake Recreation Area

Arkansas · 18.0 mi

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

Petit Jean River Launch

Arkansas · 20.5 mi

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

Mickles Switch

Arkansas · 21.2 mi

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

Davis Lake

Arkansas · 21.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

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

Highway 28 Bridge

Arkansas · 22.7 mi

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

Sweeden Island Recreation Area

Arkansas · 24.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Launch Road

Arkansas · 24.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Keeland Lake

Arkansas · 24.6 mi

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

Waveland Park Recreation Area - 1

Arkansas · 24.9 mi

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

Waveland Park Recreation Area - 3

Arkansas · 24.9 mi

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

Keeland Creek Launch

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Waveland Park Recreation Area - 2

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees and brown sand during daytime

Twin Dikes Road

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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

Lucky Landing

Arkansas · 25.7 mi

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

Lick Creek Recreation Area

Arkansas · 26.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Ashley Creek Recreation Area

Arkansas · 27.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Knoxville.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Knoxville include Twin Dikes Road, Lucky Landing, Launch Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Knoxville?

Near Knoxville 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 Knoxville?

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