Best Places to Kayak Near Leola, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Leola

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Small Dike Road

Standout kayak fishing on Caddo River - DeGray Lake

LakeBeginner30 mi away
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Spillway Dam Recreation Area

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

LakeBeginner29 mi away
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Iron Mountain Ramp Road

A top-rated lake launch on Caddo River - DeGray Lake

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

Cox Creek Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 1.7 mi

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

Jenkins Ferry State Park (Highway 46 Bridge)

Arkansas · 3.3 mi

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Highway 270

Arkansas · 9.3 mi

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

Hwy 167

Arkansas · 12.0 mi

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Fitzhugh

Arkansas · 12.5 mi

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

Lee's Ferry

Arkansas · 15.4 mi

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Grigsby Ford

Arkansas · 19.7 mi

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Millennium Park

Arkansas · 20.0 mi

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Highway 67

Arkansas · 20.9 mi

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

McGuire Road

Arkansas · 23.6 mi

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Clear Lake

Arkansas · 23.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Remmel Dam Road

Arkansas · 23.9 mi

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Lake Catherine State Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 25.1 mi

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

Interstate 30 Bridge

Arkansas · 25.6 mi

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

Dallas County

Arkansas · 25.7 mi

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

Road 138

Arkansas · 25.8 mi

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Highway 7 Arkadelphia

Arkansas · 26.0 mi

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

Lyle Park

Arkansas · 27.7 mi

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

Peeler Bend

Arkansas · 27.8 mi

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

Caddo River Drop Off

Arkansas · 28.6 mi

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

Catherine's Landing

Arkansas · 28.8 mi

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

Spillway Dam Recreation Area

Arkansas · 28.9 mi

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Highway 5 Access

Arkansas · 28.9 mi

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Hwy 79 Pool

Arkansas · 28.9 mi

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Lower Lake Degray South Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 29.0 mi

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

Capps Road

Arkansas · 29.1 mi

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

Iron Mountain Ramp Road

Arkansas · 29.9 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Iron Mountain Marina

Arkansas · 30.0 mi

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

Carpenter Dam Park

Arkansas · 30.0 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Small Dike Road

Arkansas · 30.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Leola.

Carthage, AR9 miPrattsville, AR10 miPoyen, AR11 miSheridan, AR16 miGrapevine, AR17 miMalvern, AR18 miDonaldson, AR18 miTraskwood, AR19 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Leola include Small Dike Road, Spillway Dam Recreation Area, Iron Mountain Ramp Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Leola?

Near Leola 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 Leola?

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