Best Places to Kayak Near Powhatan, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Powhatan

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Shirey Bay

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

BayBeginner8 mi away
a boat on a body of water with trees in the background2

Williford

A top-rated spring launch on Spring River

SpringBeginner19 mi away
green trees and brown sand during daytime3

Riverview Drive - Spring River Bridge

A top-rated spring launch on Spring River

SpringBeginner34 mi away
a view of a body of water with trees in the background

Lake Charles State Park (North)

Arkansas · 0.1 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Charles State Park (West)

Arkansas · 1.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Lake Charles State Park (South 2)

Arkansas · 1.3 mi

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

Lake Charles State Park (South 1)

Arkansas · 1.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Powhatan Historic State Park

Arkansas · 1.8 mi

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

Highway 412 Bridge

Arkansas · 3.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dixie

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

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

Davidsonville Historic State Park

Arkansas · 7.2 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Shirey Bay

Arkansas · 8.1 mi

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

Horseshoe Lake - Lawrence County Access

Arkansas · 8.9 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Dunn Road

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

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

Riverview School Access

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Riverside Park

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

Williford

Arkansas · 18.8 mi

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

Elgin Ferry Access

Arkansas · 23.2 mi

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

Murray Creek

Arkansas · 23.5 mi

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a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Lake Ashbaugh (Soutwest)

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

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

Lake Frierson State Park Boating Access

Arkansas · 25.1 mi

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a view of a body of water from a kayak

Lake Ashbaugh (Northeast)

Arkansas · 25.5 mi

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

Johnston's Eddy

Arkansas · 28.1 mi

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

Ok Lake

Arkansas · 29.7 mi

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

Kody Riggan Datto Access

Arkansas · 29.8 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Myrtle Access

Missouri · 29.9 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Riverside Resort Camp

Arkansas · 31.8 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Murphy Lake

Arkansas · 32.2 mi

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

Newport Access

Arkansas · 33.4 mi

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

Box Hound Marina and Resort

Arkansas · 33.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Jim Hinkle Spring River State Fish Hatchery

Arkansas · 34.1 mi

SpringKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees and brown sand during daytime

Riverview Drive - Spring River Bridge

Arkansas · 34.5 mi

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

Kennedy Park

Arkansas · 35.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Powhatan include Shirey Bay, Williford, Riverview Drive - Spring River Bridge. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, springs.

What types of paddling can I do near Powhatan?

Near Powhatan 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 Powhatan?

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