Best Places to Kayak Near Ward, AR

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

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Graham Road Boating Access

Arkansas · 9.8 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Lake Pickthorne Launch

Arkansas · 10.0 mi

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Paradise Park

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

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Dupree Park

Arkansas · 14.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tree Lakes Road

Arkansas · 18.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Gravel HIll Road Bridge

Arkansas · 18.9 mi

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Lake Barnett Primitive Access

Arkansas · 19.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Howard Lane

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

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Cherrywood Lake

Arkansas · 19.2 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Bayou Des Arc Wildlife Management Area

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

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Wattensaw Bayou

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

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Long Pond Boat Access

Arkansas · 23.0 mi

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

Des Arc

Arkansas · 23.2 mi

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Section 34

Arkansas · 23.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 23.2 mi

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Hunter Lake

Arkansas · 23.3 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Camp Robinson Lake Number One

Arkansas · 23.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Remmel Park

Arkansas · 23.8 mi

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Robinwood

Arkansas · 23.9 mi

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West Point

Arkansas · 24.0 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

David D. Terry Park (West)

Arkansas · 24.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

David D. Terry Park (East)

Arkansas · 24.4 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Riding

Arkansas · 24.5 mi

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

David D. Terry Lock & Dam

Arkansas · 24.7 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

North Little Rock RIver Front Park

Arkansas · 24.8 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Riverside Park Road

Arkansas · 24.8 mi

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Wattensaw Bayou

Arkansas · 25.3 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Shilcotts Bayou

Arkansas · 25.8 mi

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Riverview

Arkansas · 25.9 mi

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Webb Lake

Arkansas · 25.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Ward include Howard Lane, Gravel HIll Road Bridge, Tree Lakes 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 Ward?

Near Ward 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 Ward?

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