Best Places to Kayak Near Portland, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Portland

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Lake Washington

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Lake Washington

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

LakeBeginner27 mi away
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Thaggard Road

A top-rated lake launch on Lake Lee

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

Wilson Brake Spillway Access

Arkansas · 1.9 mi

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Lake Grampus

Arkansas · 6.1 mi

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Cuttoff Creek (South)

Arkansas · 12.4 mi

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Pecan Grove RV Park

Arkansas · 14.5 mi

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Cutoff Creek (North)

Arkansas · 15.0 mi

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Rhodes Lakefront Park

Arkansas · 15.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Ditch Bayou

Arkansas · 17.0 mi

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Chicot County RV Park (West)

Arkansas · 17.1 mi

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Chicot County RV Park (East)

Arkansas · 17.3 mi

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Lake Wallace

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

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Connelly Bayou

Arkansas · 17.6 mi

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Grand Lake Launch

Arkansas · 20.1 mi

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Lakeshore

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

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Lake Chicot State Park

Arkansas · 20.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Greenville Bridge

Arkansas · 20.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Cariola Road

Arkansas · 21.0 mi

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

Panther Forest

Arkansas · 21.7 mi

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Warfield Point Park

Mississippi · 24.4 mi

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Deerfield Road

Mississippi · 26.1 mi

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Lake Washington

Mississippi · 26.7 mi

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Lake Washington

Mississippi · 26.8 mi

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Thaggard Road

Mississippi · 27.4 mi

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Lake Washington

Mississippi · 27.6 mi

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Lake Jackson

Mississippi · 27.6 mi

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Greenville (South)

Mississippi · 28.6 mi

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Lake Washington

Mississippi · 28.7 mi

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Greenville (North)

Mississippi · 29.2 mi

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Lake Georgia Pacific

Arkansas · 29.4 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 · 30.1 mi

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Paul Love Junior Park

Mississippi · 30.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Portland.

Montrose, AR5 miParkdale, AR8 miWilmot, AR13 miLake Village, AR15 miEudora, AR16 miHamburg, AR17 miJones, LA19 miKilbourne, LA20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Portland include Lake Washington, Lake Washington, Thaggard Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Portland?

Near Portland 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 Portland?

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