Best Places to Kayak Near Russellville, AR

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

30 nearby18 Lakes6 Rivers3 Bays
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Top Picks Near Russellville

green trees and brown sand during daytime1

Twin Dikes Road

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

BayBeginner11 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

BayBeginner11 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Launch Road

Just 10 miles from Russellville — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner10 mi away

Shiloh Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 2.2 mi

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Tire Pit Ramp

Arkansas · 2.3 mi

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Ouita Access

Arkansas · 2.4 mi

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Ski Pit Ramp

Arkansas · 2.8 mi

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Old Post Road Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 3.3 mi

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

Illinois Bayou Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 3.8 mi

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

Lake Dardanelle State Park

Arkansas · 4.1 mi

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Cornwall Boating Access

Arkansas · 4.4 mi

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Galla Creek Reservior Access

Arkansas · 4.7 mi

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Mill Creek Ramp

Arkansas · 5.1 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Lake Dardanelle State Park

Arkansas · 5.1 mi

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

ANO Effluent Bay

Arkansas · 6.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Delaware Park

Arkansas · 7.9 mi

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

Huckleberry Creek

Arkansas · 8.0 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Holla Bend West Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 9.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Launch Road

Arkansas · 10.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge

Arkansas · 10.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Gold Hill

Arkansas · 10.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Holla Bend East Access

Arkansas · 10.5 mi

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

Sweeden Island Recreation Area

Arkansas · 10.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees and brown sand during daytime

Twin Dikes Road

Arkansas · 10.9 mi

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

Lucky Landing

Arkansas · 11.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Lake Atkins North Shore

Arkansas · 11.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piny/Hwy 64

Arkansas · 12.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lake Atkins South Access

Arkansas · 12.0 mi

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

Flat Rock Creek

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Bay Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 13.1 mi

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Kingfisher Lake

Arkansas · 13.2 mi

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Pullen Pond #1

Arkansas · 13.4 mi

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Pontoon Park Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Russellville.

Pottsville, AR5 miDardanelle, AR7 miLondon, AR7 miDover, AR9 miAtkins, AR11 miCenterville, AR12 miDelaware, AR12 miHector, AR13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Russellville 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 Russellville?

Near Russellville 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 Russellville?

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