Best Places to Kayak Near Madison, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Madison

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Loggerhead Lane

Standout kayak fishing on Tunica Lake

LakeBeginner26 mi away
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S Road

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

LakeBeginner26 mi away
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Bluebird Trail

A top-rated lake launch on Tunica Lake

LakeBeginner27 mi away

Jerry Stewart - Madison Boating Access

Arkansas · 0.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Jarvis Bend

Arkansas · 3.5 mi

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

Jerry Stewart

Arkansas · 5.3 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Village Creek State Park - Lake Austell

Arkansas · 9.8 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Village Creek State Park - Lake Dunn

Arkansas · 10.8 mi

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Pond 1

Arkansas · 13.7 mi

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Pond F-1

Arkansas · 14.1 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Miller Park

Arkansas · 16.2 mi

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Flowers Boating Access

Arkansas · 17.2 mi

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Midway Lake

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

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Old Walnut Bend

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

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Huxtable

Arkansas · 19.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Lee Road 513

Arkansas · 20.0 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Parkin Archeological State Park

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area

Arkansas · 21.1 mi

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Nancy and Pat Bonds Access

Arkansas · 21.5 mi

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Battleaxe Landing

Arkansas · 22.0 mi

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Kamp Karefree Landing Access

Arkansas · 22.5 mi

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white and black wooden dock on body of water during daytime

Mhoon Landing

Mississippi · 24.6 mi

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Charlie Lane

Mississippi · 26.0 mi

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brown tree trunk on body of water

Loggerhead Lane

Mississippi · 26.2 mi

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ducks floating on body of water near post and trees

S Road

Mississippi · 26.5 mi

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Bluebird Trail

Mississippi · 26.5 mi

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Marion McCollum/Lake Greenlee North

Arkansas · 27.0 mi

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Marion McCollum/Lake Greenlee South Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 27.2 mi

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white and black wooden dock on body of water during daytime

Bass Landing

Mississippi · 27.3 mi

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Hwy 306 Boating Access

Arkansas · 27.4 mi

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Hwy 38 Boating Access

Arkansas · 27.5 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Storm Creek Lake

Arkansas · 29.3 mi

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

Horner's Neck

Arkansas · 29.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Madison.

Forrest City, AR4 miWidener, AR6 miColt, AR7 miCaldwell, AR7 miHaynes, AR9 miPalestine, AR11 miHughes, AR15 miBrickeys, AR15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Madison include Loggerhead Lane, S Road, Bluebird Trail. 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 Madison?

Near Madison 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 Madison?

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