Best Places to Kayak Near Russellville, AR

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

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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
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

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

Flat Rock Creek

Arkansas · 12.3 mi

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

Highway 28 Bridge

Arkansas · 15.0 mi

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

Big Piney Creek

Arkansas · 15.0 mi

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

Petit Jean River Launch

Arkansas · 15.3 mi

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

Cabin Creek

Arkansas · 15.9 mi

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

Shoal Bay Park

Arkansas · 17.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Keeland Lake

Arkansas · 17.3 mi

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

Mickles Switch

Arkansas · 17.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Lake Cargile

Arkansas · 17.9 mi

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

Road 2550

Arkansas · 18.4 mi

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

Keeland Creek Launch

Arkansas · 18.6 mi

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

Spadra Park (East)

Arkansas · 21.3 mi

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

Spadra Park (West)

Arkansas · 22.0 mi

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

Charlies Hidden Harbor

Arkansas · 22.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Carden Point Recreation Area

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

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

Point Remove PArk

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

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

Cherokee Park

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Quarry Cove Recreation Area

Arkansas · 22.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a view of a body of water from a kayak

Carter Cove Recreation Area

Arkansas · 23.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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.