Best Places to Kayak Near Pickens, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Pickens

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Beulah Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner23 mi away
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Lake Bolivar

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

LakeBeginner23 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Great River Road State Park

A top-rated lake launch on Perry Martin Lake

LakeBeginner21 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Highway 165 Bridge

Arkansas · 11.7 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Wilbur D. Mills Campground

Arkansas · 12.7 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Wilbur D. Mills Dam

Arkansas · 13.0 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Notrebes Bend Recreation Area

Arkansas · 13.3 mi

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

McCallie

Arkansas · 14.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moore Bayou Recreation Area

Arkansas · 15.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Merrisach Lake

Arkansas · 17.1 mi

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

Moore Farms Kate Adams Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 17.7 mi

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

Rocky Hole

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

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

Great River Road State Park

Mississippi · 20.6 mi

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white and black boat on river during daytime

Mississippi River - Rosedale

Mississippi · 21.0 mi

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

Log Loader Lake

Mississippi · 21.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 22.0 mi

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people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 22.1 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Cane Creek State Park (East)

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

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Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 22.3 mi

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Cane Creek State Park (West)

Arkansas · 22.8 mi

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Lake Wallace

Arkansas · 23.1 mi

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Beulah Lake

Mississippi · 23.2 mi

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Lake Bolivar

Mississippi · 23.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Jacks Bay Landing

Arkansas · 23.7 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Little Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

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

Plantersville

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Cutoff Creek (North)

Arkansas · 26.3 mi

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

Panther Forest

Arkansas · 27.3 mi

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

Cuttoff Creek (South)

Arkansas · 29.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dennis Landing

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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Canaday Road

Mississippi · 30.3 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Connelly Bayou

Arkansas · 31.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Pickens.

Dumas, AR8 miWatson, AR9 miWinchester, AR10 miTillar, AR12 miMc Gehee, AR12 miArkansas City, AR16 miGould, AR19 miDermott, AR20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Pickens include Beulah Lake, Lake Bolivar, Great River Road State Park. 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 Pickens?

Near Pickens 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 Pickens?

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