Best Places to Kayak Near Thornton, AR

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

30 nearby20 Rivers7 Lakes2 Bays
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Top Picks Near Thornton

people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime1

Moro Bay State Park (South)

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

BayBeginner33 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner25 mi away
a body of water with houses in the background3

Smith Street

Standout kayak fishing on Calion Lake

LakeBeginner31 mi away

Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 5.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Tri-County Lake

Arkansas · 5.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam

Arkansas · 6.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hwy 79 Pool

Arkansas · 16.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mt. Elba Access

Arkansas · 18.6 mi

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

Lee's Ferry

Arkansas · 21.8 mi

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

Cowford

Arkansas · 23.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Camden Riverwalk

Arkansas · 23.9 mi

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

Hwy 167

Arkansas · 24.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Tates Bluff

Arkansas · 24.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake

Arkansas · 25.0 mi

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

Locust Bayou

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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

Long Lake

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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

Road 99

Arkansas · 25.8 mi

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

Highway 63 Bridge

Arkansas · 25.8 mi

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

Road 504

Arkansas · 26.1 mi

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

Dallas County

Arkansas · 26.2 mi

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

Champagnolle Creek

Arkansas · 26.5 mi

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

Road 71

Arkansas · 27.3 mi

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

Highway 278 Bridge

Arkansas · 28.5 mi

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

Cox Creek Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 29.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bragg Lake

Arkansas · 29.9 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 30.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Smith Street

Arkansas · 30.9 mi

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

Jenkins Ferry State Park (Highway 46 Bridge)

Arkansas · 31.0 mi

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

Lock Bend

Arkansas · 32.2 mi

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

Lock and Dam No. 8

Arkansas · 32.4 mi

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

Salt Spring Bend

Arkansas · 32.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Ozment Bluff

Arkansas · 32.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Moro Bay State Park (South)

Arkansas · 33.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Thornton.

Fordyce, AR4 miBearden, AR9 miIvan, AR9 miKingsland, AR12 miNew Edinburg, AR16 miHampton, AR16 miHarrell, AR18 miBanks, AR19 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Thornton include Moro Bay State Park (South), Backwater Creek - Little Bay Lake, Smith Street. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Thornton?

Near Thornton 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 Thornton?

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