Best Places to Kayak Near Mena, AR

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

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Irons Fork Lake

Arkansas · 7.4 mi

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Lake Wilhelmina

Arkansas · 7.8 mi

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McGuire

Arkansas · 9.0 mi

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Cherry Hill

Arkansas · 12.4 mi

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Lake Hinkle (East)

Arkansas · 19.0 mi

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Lake Hinkle (West)

Arkansas · 19.5 mi

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Lake Hinkle Twin Pines Access

Arkansas · 19.9 mi

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Hinkle Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 20.1 mi

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Little Coon Creek Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

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Coon Creek Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 24.8 mi

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Cossatot Point - North Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 25.2 mi

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Oden

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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Cossatot Point - South Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 25.4 mi

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Poteau River Site Five Lake

Arkansas · 26.8 mi

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

Fource LaFave River Access

Arkansas · 27.1 mi

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Square Rock Lake Access

Arkansas · 27.2 mi

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Blue Ridge

Arkansas · 27.7 mi

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Blue Ridge South Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 28.2 mi

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Jefferson Ridge (East)

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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Cedar Lake

Oklahoma · 30.3 mi

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Jefferson Ridge (West)

Arkansas · 30.4 mi

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Jefferson Ridge South Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 30.8 mi

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Norman Access

Arkansas · 32.2 mi

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Broken Bow Lake

Oklahoma · 32.3 mi

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Bellah Creek

Arkansas · 32.7 mi

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Highway 70 Landing and Marina

Arkansas · 33.0 mi

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Bellah Mine Campground

Arkansas · 33.1 mi

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Stony Creek

Arkansas · 33.4 mi

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Arrowhead Point

Arkansas · 33.5 mi

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Broken Bow Lake

Oklahoma · 33.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Mena include Cedar Lake, Broken Bow Lake, Broken Bow Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Mena?

Near Mena 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 Mena?

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