Best Places to Kayak Near Ola, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Ola

green trees and brown sand during daytime1

Twin Dikes Road

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

BayBeginner19 mi away
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background2

Lucky Landing

Open-water sea kayaking access on Kuhn Bayou - Lake Atkins

BayBeginner19 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Launch Road

A top-rated bay launch on Kuhn Bayou - Lake Atkins

BayBeginner18 mi away
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Keeland Lake

Arkansas · 0.8 mi

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

Keeland Creek Launch

Arkansas · 1.2 mi

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

Highway 28 Bridge

Arkansas · 3.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Carden Point Recreation Area

Arkansas · 4.7 mi

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

Petit Jean River Launch

Arkansas · 4.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Carter Cove Recreation Area

Arkansas · 5.1 mi

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

Anderson Branch

Arkansas · 5.3 mi

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

Mickles Switch

Arkansas · 5.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Quarry Cove Recreation Area

Arkansas · 5.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge

Arkansas · 10.6 mi

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

Sweeden Island Recreation Area

Arkansas · 14.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Dardanelle State Park

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

South Fourche Site Six Reservoir

Arkansas · 16.0 mi

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

Lake Dardanelle State Park

Arkansas · 17.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Launch Road

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Delaware Park

Arkansas · 18.6 mi

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

ANO Effluent Bay

Arkansas · 18.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees and brown sand during daytime

Twin Dikes Road

Arkansas · 18.8 mi

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

Lucky Landing

Arkansas · 19.2 mi

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

Illinois Bayou Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 20.0 mi

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

Shoal Bay Park

Arkansas · 22.7 mi

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

Flat Rock Creek

Arkansas · 23.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Lake Winona

Arkansas · 23.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Vuris Landing

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

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

Charlies Hidden Harbor

Arkansas · 24.3 mi

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

Huckleberry Creek

Arkansas · 24.5 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Harris Brake Lake Resort

Arkansas · 24.6 mi

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

Lena Area Cove

Arkansas · 24.9 mi

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

Harris Brake GTR Access

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

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

Iron Forks Recreation Area - Forkarea Cove

Arkansas · 25.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Ola.

Centerville, AR6 miPlainview, AR7 miCasa, AR9 miDanville, AR10 miDardanelle, AR11 miRover, AR12 miBelleville, AR14 miPottsville, AR17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Ola include Twin Dikes Road, Lucky Landing, Launch Road. 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 Ola?

Near Ola 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 Ola?

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