Best Places to Kayak Near Washington, AR

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

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Terre Noire Lake

Arkansas · 6.6 mi

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South Fork Lake Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 7.3 mi

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Mike & Janet Huckabee

Arkansas · 7.6 mi

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Greentree

Arkansas · 13.1 mi

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Hatfield Landing

Arkansas · 13.2 mi

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Finger Point

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

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Kidds Landing

Arkansas · 14.0 mi

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Allen's Ferry

Arkansas · 14.2 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Saratoga

Arkansas · 14.4 mi

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brown wooden dock over body of water

Lakeshore Road

Arkansas · 14.5 mi

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

Westview Road

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

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Red Slough

Arkansas · 14.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Okay

Arkansas · 14.7 mi

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a body of water with houses in the background

Beards Bluff

Arkansas · 15.7 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Cottonshed Park

Arkansas · 16.9 mi

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a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Cottonshed Park

Arkansas · 17.0 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Millwood Dam Tailwaters (East)

Arkansas · 17.2 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Millwood Dam Tailwaters (West)

Arkansas · 17.3 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Millwood State Park

Arkansas · 18.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees on a sunny day

Millwood State Park

Arkansas · 18.4 mi

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Terrell

Arkansas · 18.6 mi

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

First Old River Lake

Arkansas · 18.6 mi

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Highway 19 Access

Arkansas · 19.2 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Paraloma Park

Arkansas · 19.3 mi

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a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Yarborough

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

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Little Missouri Hwy 27

Arkansas · 20.5 mi

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Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

White Cliffs

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

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

Peyton

Arkansas · 22.2 mi

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Nubin Hill

Arkansas · 22.3 mi

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Hwy. 67

Arkansas · 22.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Washington include Saratoga, Okay, Lakeshore Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Washington?

Near Washington 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 Washington?

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