Best Places to Kayak Near Wardell, MO

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

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Stephen C. Bradford Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 9.6 mi

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Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area

Missouri · 10.0 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Little River Conservation Area

Missouri · 10.8 mi

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Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (West)

Missouri · 12.7 mi

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Twin Borrow Pits Conservation Area (East)

Missouri · 13.7 mi

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a river with trees around it

S. P. Reynolds Access

Missouri · 14.0 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

White Rock

Tennessee · 15.0 mi

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

St Francis

Arkansas · 19.4 mi

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Washout

Tennessee · 20.5 mi

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Keystone

Tennessee · 20.7 mi

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

Lassiter Landing

Tennessee · 20.9 mi

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body of water near mountain during daytime

Champy's Pocket

Tennessee · 21.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Reelfoot Lake Inn

Tennessee · 21.2 mi

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a river with trees around it

Chalk Bluff Trail Access

Missouri · 21.2 mi

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Bo's Landing

Tennessee · 21.4 mi

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New Madrid Bend Access

Missouri · 21.6 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Lovell's Landing

Tennessee · 21.6 mi

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Long Park

Tennessee · 22.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 24.1 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Sunset Court

Tennessee · 24.5 mi

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Donaldson Point Conservation Area

Missouri · 24.7 mi

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Ben Cash Memorial Conservation Area

Missouri · 25.1 mi

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aerial photography of body of water and trees during daytime

Gray's Camp

Tennessee · 26.4 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Hornersville Access

Missouri · 26.4 mi

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two birds perched on top of a tree in the water

Grassy Island

Tennessee · 26.7 mi

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Kirby Pocket

Tennessee · 26.7 mi

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Airpark

Tennessee · 27.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Hornersville Swamp Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.5 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 28.6 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Otter Slough Conservation Area

Missouri · 29.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Wardell, MO?

Top picks near Wardell include Wolf Bayou Unit of Black Island Conservation Area, Hornersville Access, Little River Conservation Area. 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 Wardell?

Near Wardell 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 Wardell?

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