Best Places to Kayak Near Magnolia, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Magnolia

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Hwy 160

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

BayBeginner34 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Highway 2 Bridge

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Bodcau

BayBeginner29 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Wenk's Landing

A top-rated bay launch on Bayou Bodcau

BayBeginner30 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Columbia Lake (East)

Arkansas · 7.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Columbia Lake (South)

Arkansas · 7.8 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Columbia Lake (North)

Arkansas · 8.8 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Cummings Camp

Arkansas · 20.0 mi

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

Bodcau Creek

Arkansas · 20.6 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Bodcau Creek Launch

Arkansas · 21.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Teague Lake

Louisiana · 23.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Sikes Ferry

Louisiana · 24.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Neely's Camp

Louisiana · 26.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cox Landing

Louisiana · 28.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Highway 2 Bridge

Louisiana · 28.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hwy 160 Landing

Louisiana · 29.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Wenk's Landing

Louisiana · 30.0 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

White Oak Lake State Park Marina

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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

White Oak Lake Dam Site

Arkansas · 31.5 mi

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

Road 99

Arkansas · 32.6 mi

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

Ivan Lake Boat Ramp

Louisiana · 33.4 mi

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

Locust Bayou

Arkansas · 33.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hwy 160

Louisiana · 33.8 mi

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

First Old River Lake

Arkansas · 34.6 mi

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

Lisbon Landing

Louisiana · 35.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Corner of the Old Field

Louisiana · 35.7 mi

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

Plan Dealing Fishing Lake

Louisiana · 35.9 mi

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

Road 71

Arkansas · 36.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Pardee Calloway

Louisiana · 36.5 mi

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

Plain Dealing Ski Lake

Louisiana · 36.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Arkansas · 37.2 mi

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

Kisatchie National Forest

Louisiana · 37.7 mi

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

Corney Lake

Louisiana · 38.3 mi

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

Highway 53 Bridge

Arkansas · 38.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Magnolia.

Mc Neil, AR7 miWaldo, AR7 miEmerson, AR12 miBuckner, AR14 miWillisville, AR16 miTaylor, AR16 miStamps, AR16 miMount Holly, AR17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Magnolia include Hwy 160, Highway 2 Bridge, Wenk's Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Magnolia?

Near Magnolia 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 Magnolia?

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