Best Places to Kayak Near North Little Rock, AR

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

30 nearby14 Rivers12 Lakes2 Bays
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Top Picks Near North Little Rock

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Old River Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner10 mi away
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Palarm Creek Launch

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

LakeBeginner15 mi away
a body of water with houses in the background3

Lake Pickthorne Launch

Just 15 miles from North Little Rock — the closest quality launch

LakeBeginner15 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

North Little Rock RIver Front Park

Arkansas · 1.1 mi

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Riverview

Arkansas · 1.9 mi

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

Shilcotts Bayou

Arkansas · 2.8 mi

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White Oak Bayou Access

Arkansas · 3.8 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Murray Park (East)

Arkansas · 4.1 mi

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Interstate Park Fourche Creek Access

Arkansas · 4.2 mi

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

Murray Park (West)

Arkansas · 4.2 mi

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Hunter Lake

Arkansas · 4.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Remmel Park

Arkansas · 4.8 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Camp Robinson Lake Number One

Arkansas · 4.9 mi

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Cherrywood Lake

Arkansas · 5.6 mi

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

Cooks Landing Park

Arkansas · 5.6 mi

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

Two Rivers Park

Arkansas · 7.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Park on the River boating access

Arkansas · 8.4 mi

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

David D. Terry Park (West)

Arkansas · 8.6 mi

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

David D. Terry Lock & Dam

Arkansas · 9.4 mi

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

David D. Terry Park (East)

Arkansas · 9.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dupree Park

Arkansas · 9.7 mi

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

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 10.3 mi

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

Maumelle Park

Arkansas · 10.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paradise Park

Arkansas · 10.7 mi

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

Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Arkansas · 12.6 mi

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

Little Maumelle RIver Launch

Arkansas · 13.7 mi

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East Ramp

Arkansas · 14.0 mi

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West Ramp

Arkansas · 14.2 mi

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Graham Road Boating Access

Arkansas · 14.7 mi

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

Palarm Creek Launch

Arkansas · 14.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Pickthorne Launch

Arkansas · 15.0 mi

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Dam Site

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Greens Lake Camp

Arkansas · 16.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of North Little Rock.

Little Rock, AR2 miCollege Station, AR5 miSweet Home, AR6 miSherwood, AR7 miMaumelle, AR10 miScott, AR10 miJacksonville, AR11 miLittle Rock Air Force Base, AR11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near North Little Rock, AR?

Top picks near North Little Rock include Old River Lake, Palarm Creek Launch, Lake Pickthorne Launch. 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 North Little Rock?

Near North Little Rock 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 North Little Rock?

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