Best Places to Kayak Near Rison, AR

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

30 nearby13 Lakes12 Rivers3 Bays
← All paddling in Arkansas

Mt. Elba Access

Arkansas · 7.0 mi

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Hwy 79 Pool

Arkansas · 7.4 mi

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

Cowford

Arkansas · 14.2 mi

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

Lee's Ferry

Arkansas · 16.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dr. Curtis Merrell Access

Arkansas · 17.3 mi

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

Highway 63 Bridge

Arkansas · 17.7 mi

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Dam

Arkansas · 18.0 mi

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Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

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Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 18.2 mi

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

Hwy 167

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
ducks swimming in a lake

Cane Creek State Park (West)

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

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

Hwy 62B #2

Arkansas · 20.8 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Cane Creek State Park (East)

Arkansas · 21.1 mi

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

North Colorado Street

Arkansas · 21.2 mi

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people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 21.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 21.3 mi

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Hwy 79

Arkansas · 21.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Beachfront Drive

Arkansas · 22.0 mi

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Hunger Run

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

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Regional Park

Arkansas · 22.6 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Arkansas River Launch

Arkansas · 22.6 mi

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

Plantersville

Arkansas · 23.7 mi

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

Highway 278 Bridge

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

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

Lock and Dam Number 4

Arkansas · 24.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Saint Marie Park

Arkansas · 24.5 mi

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

Trulock

Arkansas · 24.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Island Harbor Marina

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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

Rising Star

Arkansas · 26.7 mi

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

Jenkins Ferry State Park (Highway 46 Bridge)

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

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Ozment Bluff

Arkansas · 31.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Rison include Cane Creek State Park, Cane Creek State Park, North Colorado Street. 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 Rison?

Near Rison 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 Rison?

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