Best Places to Kayak Near Scott, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Scott

a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background1

Old River Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner19 mi away
blue sea under blue sky during daytime2

Paradise Landing

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

LakeBeginner26 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day3

Old River Lake

Just 2 miles from Scott — the closest quality launch

LakeBeginner2 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 1.6 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

David D. Terry Park (East)

Arkansas · 2.7 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

David D. Terry Park (West)

Arkansas · 2.9 mi

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

David D. Terry Lock & Dam

Arkansas · 3.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Remmel Park

Arkansas · 5.4 mi

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

North Little Rock RIver Front Park

Arkansas · 9.2 mi

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

Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 12.6 mi

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

Shilcotts Bayou

Arkansas · 12.7 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Camp Robinson Lake Number One

Arkansas · 13.8 mi

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

Murray Park (East)

Arkansas · 14.0 mi

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

Murray Park (West)

Arkansas · 14.0 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Pickthorne Launch

Arkansas · 15.4 mi

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

Cooks Landing Park

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

Two Rivers Park

Arkansas · 16.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 18.5 mi

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

Maumelle Park

Arkansas · 20.2 mi

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

Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

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

Little Maumelle RIver Launch

Arkansas · 23.5 mi

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

Palarm Creek Launch

Arkansas · 23.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Greens Lake Camp

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Nursery Pond Road

Arkansas · 25.5 mi

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blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Paradise Landing

Arkansas · 25.7 mi

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

Adams Lake Landing

Arkansas · 26.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Palarm Creek

Arkansas · 26.7 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Lawrence Circle

Arkansas · 27.2 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Westrock Landing

Arkansas · 28.1 mi

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

Maumelle Harbor

Arkansas · 28.2 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Gold Creek Landing

Arkansas · 28.3 mi

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

Lyle Park

Arkansas · 28.8 mi

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

Caney Creek

Arkansas · 29.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Scott.

College Station, AR6 miSweet Home, AR7 miWrightsville, AR9 miKeo, AR9 miHensley, AR9 miNorth Little Rock, AR10 miLittle Rock, AR10 miWoodson, AR13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Scott include Old River Lake, Paradise Landing, Old River Lake. 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 Scott?

Near Scott 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 Scott?

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