Best Places to Kayak Near Monticello, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Monticello

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Cane Creek State Park

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

BayBeginner21 mi away
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime2

Cane Creek State Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Bayou Bartholomew

BayBeginner21 mi away
brown wooden dock over body of water3

Lake Grampus

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner26 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Plantersville

Arkansas · 5.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hunger Run

Arkansas · 6.8 mi

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

Highway 278 Bridge

Arkansas · 12.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Barnard Road Access

Arkansas · 12.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Fire Tower Boating Access

Arkansas · 13.0 mi

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

Highway 63 Bridge

Arkansas · 14.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Ozment Bluff

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

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

Cowford

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

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

Cutoff Creek (North)

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Weir

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Longview

Arkansas · 19.4 mi

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

Cuttoff Creek (South)

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks swimming in a lake

Cane Creek State Park (West)

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Cane Creek State Park (East)

Arkansas · 20.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 21.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 21.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Lake Wallace Spillway Access

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Wallace

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Little Bayou WMA

Arkansas · 23.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Lake Grampus

Arkansas · 25.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mt. Elba Access

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Highway 82

Arkansas · 26.3 mi

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

Stillion

Arkansas · 29.5 mi

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

Lake Georgia Pacific

Arkansas · 30.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hwy 79 Pool

Arkansas · 31.4 mi

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

Wilson Brake Spillway Access

Arkansas · 31.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Cole Pile Spur Levee Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 32.6 mi

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

Moore Farms Kate Adams Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 33.0 mi

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

McCallie

Arkansas · 33.7 mi

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

Highway 165 Bridge

Arkansas · 33.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Monticello.

Wilmar, AR8 miTillar, AR16 miWarren, AR16 miWinchester, AR17 miFountain Hill, AR20 miDermott, AR22 miStar City, AR22 miMc Gehee, AR23 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Monticello include Cane Creek State Park, Cane Creek State Park, Lake Grampus. 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 Monticello?

Near Monticello 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 Monticello?

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