Best Places to Kayak Near Louann, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Louann

people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime1

Moro Bay State Park (South)

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

BayBeginner26 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Moro Bay State Park (North)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Moro Bay

BayBeginner26 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Just 9 miles from Louann — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner9 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Road 99

Arkansas · 4.8 mi

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

Locust Bayou

Arkansas · 5.6 mi

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

Road 71

Arkansas · 8.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Arkansas · 9.1 mi

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

Road 504

Arkansas · 11.0 mi

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

Long Lake

Arkansas · 12.4 mi

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

Champagnolle Creek

Arkansas · 14.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Smith Street

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 15.9 mi

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

Salt Spring Bend

Arkansas · 19.6 mi

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

Lock and Dam No. 8

Arkansas · 19.9 mi

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

Lock Bend

Arkansas · 20.1 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

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

Pigeon Hill

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Moro Bay State Park (South)

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moro Bay State Park (North)

Arkansas · 26.2 mi

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

White Oak Lake Dam Site

Arkansas · 26.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

White Oak Lake State Park Marina

Arkansas · 27.0 mi

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

Caryville Landing

Arkansas · 29.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Green Lake

Arkansas · 30.4 mi

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

Columbia Lake (East)

Arkansas · 33.6 mi

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

Highway 53 Bridge

Arkansas · 34.7 mi

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

Dallas County

Arkansas · 34.7 mi

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

Kisatchie National Forest

Louisiana · 34.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Columbia Lake (South)

Arkansas · 35.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Columbia Lake (North)

Arkansas · 35.6 mi

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

Pereogeethe Lake

Arkansas · 35.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Jones Lake

Arkansas · 36.1 mi

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

L'Aigle Creek

Arkansas · 37.6 mi

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

Saline River Launch

Arkansas · 40.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Louann.

Smackover, AR5 miNorphlet, AR10 miCamden, AR12 miMount Holly, AR12 miStephens, AR14 miCalion, AR15 miEl Dorado, AR16 miHampton, AR17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Louann include Moro Bay State Park (South), Moro Bay State Park (North), 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 Louann?

Near Louann 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 Louann?

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