Best Places to Kayak Near Lawson, AR

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

30 nearby17 Rivers6 Lakes4 Bays
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Top Picks Near Lawson

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Moro Bay State Park (North)

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

BayBeginner10 mi away
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime2

Moro Bay State Park (South)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Moro Bay

BayBeginner11 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

A top-rated bay launch on the bay

BayBeginner18 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Salt Spring Bend

Arkansas · 6.7 mi

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

Lock and Dam No. 8

Arkansas · 7.1 mi

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

Lock Bend

Arkansas · 7.3 mi

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

Pigeon Hill

Arkansas · 9.2 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 9.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Smith Street

Arkansas · 9.3 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 10.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moro Bay State Park (North)

Arkansas · 10.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Moro Bay State Park (South)

Arkansas · 10.5 mi

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

Caryville Landing

Arkansas · 11.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Green Lake

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

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

Champagnolle Creek

Arkansas · 13.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Jones Lake

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

Long Lake

Arkansas · 15.6 mi

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

Road 504

Arkansas · 15.6 mi

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

Road 71

Arkansas · 16.4 mi

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

Pereogeethe Lake

Arkansas · 16.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Arkansas · 18.2 mi

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

L'Aigle Creek

Arkansas · 18.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Deep Slough

Arkansas · 19.0 mi

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

Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge

Arkansas · 19.6 mi

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

Saline River Launch

Arkansas · 20.6 mi

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

HIghway 82

Arkansas · 21.6 mi

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

Grand Marais Recreation Site

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

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

Highway 82 Bridge

Arkansas · 21.9 mi

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

Locust Bayou

Arkansas · 22.1 mi

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

Marcus

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

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

Crossett Harbor

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

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

New Lock 6 Road

Arkansas · 22.8 mi

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

Road 99

Arkansas · 23.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lawson.

Urbana, AR6 miStrong, AR9 miCalion, AR10 miEl Dorado, AR10 miNorphlet, AR13 miJunction City, AR16 miJersey, AR17 miSpearsville, LA18 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Lawson include Moro Bay State Park (North), Moro Bay State Park (South), Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Lawson?

Near Lawson 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 Lawson?

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