Best Places to Kayak Near Urbana, AR

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

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Top Picks Near Urbana

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Moro Bay State Park (North)

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

BayBeginner16 mi away
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime2

Moro Bay State Park (South)

Open-water sea kayaking access on Moro Bay

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk3

Kisatchie National Forest

Standout kayak fishing on Corney Lake

LakeBeginner20 mi away
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Salt Spring Bend

Arkansas · 13.2 mi

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

Lock and Dam No. 8

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

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

Lock Bend

Arkansas · 13.8 mi

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

Pigeon Hill

Arkansas · 14.5 mi

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

Caryville Landing

Arkansas · 15.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Smith Street

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 15.5 mi

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

Ouachita River Launch

Arkansas · 15.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moro Bay State Park (North)

Arkansas · 15.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Moro Bay State Park (South)

Arkansas · 16.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Jones Lake

Arkansas · 17.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Green Lake

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

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

Pereogeethe Lake

Arkansas · 19.3 mi

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

Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge

Arkansas · 19.3 mi

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

Hog Pen Landing

Louisiana · 19.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with houses in the background

Deep Slough

Arkansas · 19.5 mi

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

Kisatchie National Forest

Louisiana · 19.9 mi

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

Champagnolle Creek

Arkansas · 19.9 mi

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

Grand Marais Recreation Site

Arkansas · 20.4 mi

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

Marcus

Arkansas · 21.2 mi

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

L'Aigle Creek

Arkansas · 21.2 mi

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

New Lock 6 Road

Arkansas · 21.5 mi

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

Road 504

Arkansas · 21.6 mi

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

Long Lake

Arkansas · 21.7 mi

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

Road 71

Arkansas · 21.9 mi

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

D'Arbonne Village

Louisiana · 21.9 mi

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

Highway 2

Louisiana · 22.0 mi

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

HIghway 82

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

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

Saline River Launch

Arkansas · 22.4 mi

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

Highway 82 Bridge

Arkansas · 22.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Urbana.

Lawson, AR6 miStrong, AR8 miSpearsville, LA12 miJunction City, AR12 miEl Dorado, AR12 miLillie, LA15 miCalion, AR16 miNorphlet, AR17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Urbana include Moro Bay State Park (North), Moro Bay State Park (South), Kisatchie National Forest. 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 Urbana?

Near Urbana 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 Urbana?

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