Best Places to Kayak Near Light, AR

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

30 nearby14 Rivers13 Lakes2 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Light

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Shirey Bay

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

BayBeginner24 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

LakeBeginner22 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

LakeBeginner22 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Lake Frierson State Park Boating Access

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

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

Lake Ashbaugh (Soutwest)

Arkansas · 12.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Ashbaugh (Northeast)

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

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

Murray Creek

Arkansas · 15.7 mi

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

Riverside Park

Arkansas · 17.8 mi

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

Davidsonville Historic State Park

Arkansas · 18.0 mi

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

Kody Riggan Datto Access

Arkansas · 18.2 mi

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

Highway 412 Bridge

Arkansas · 19.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Murphy Lake

Arkansas · 19.8 mi

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

Johnston's Eddy

Arkansas · 20.0 mi

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

Powhatan Historic State Park

Arkansas · 20.6 mi

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

Black River

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

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

Lake Charles State Park (South 2)

Arkansas · 22.0 mi

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

Lake Charles State Park (South 1)

Arkansas · 22.1 mi

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

Lake Charles State Park (North)

Arkansas · 22.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Charles State Park (West)

Arkansas · 22.5 mi

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

Dunn Road

Arkansas · 22.6 mi

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

Dixie

Arkansas · 24.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Shirey Bay

Arkansas · 24.4 mi

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

Horseshoe Lake - Lawrence County Access

Arkansas · 26.9 mi

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

Ok Lake

Arkansas · 29.0 mi

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

Riverview School Access

Arkansas · 29.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 30.8 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 31.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 31.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Big Cane Conservation Area

Missouri · 33.1 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 34.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a wide heartland river at sunset with flat green banks

Big Cane Conservation Area

Missouri · 34.6 mi

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

St. Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 34.6 mi

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

Lake Hogue (North)

Arkansas · 35.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Light.

Walcott, AR5 miO Kean, AR9 miDelaplaine, AR9 miSedgwick, AR9 miBeech Grove, AR11 miBono, AR11 miWalnut Ridge, AR11 miParagould, AR12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Light 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 rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Light?

Near Light 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 Light?

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