Best Places to Kayak Near Yorktown, AR

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

30 nearby16 Lakes8 Bays4 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Yorktown

a yellow kayak in the middle of a river1

Little Bayou Meto

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

BayBeginner15 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Bayou Meto

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner21 mi away
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime3

Cane Creek State Park

Just 7 miles from Yorktown — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner7 mi away
people riding on blue kayak on river during daytime

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 6.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Cane Creek State Park (East)

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Cane Creek State Park

Arkansas · 6.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
ducks swimming in a lake

Cane Creek State Park (West)

Arkansas · 7.2 mi

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

Rising Star

Arkansas · 11.0 mi

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

Trulock

Arkansas · 13.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a yellow kayak in the middle of a river

Little Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 14.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Walter Will Bryant Cannon Brake

Arkansas · 16.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Dr. Curtis Merrell Access

Arkansas · 16.3 mi

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

Lock and Dam Number 4

Arkansas · 16.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bill Bridgeforth Long Pond Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 16.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Buckinghim Flat Access

Arkansas · 17.9 mi

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

North Colorado Street

Arkansas · 18.3 mi

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

Hwy 62B #2

Arkansas · 18.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Beachfront Drive

Arkansas · 19.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lower Vallier

Arkansas · 19.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Saint Marie Park

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wrape WRA Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 19.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Regional Park

Arkansas · 19.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Arkansas River Launch

Arkansas · 19.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 19.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Hwy 79

Arkansas · 20.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Vallier

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden dock over body of water

Island Harbor Marina

Arkansas · 20.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Bayou Meto

Arkansas · 20.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

South

Arkansas · 21.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hunger Run

Arkansas · 21.5 mi

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

Plantersville

Arkansas · 21.9 mi

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

Cox Cypress Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 22.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Cole Pile Spur Levee Boat Ramp

Arkansas · 22.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Yorktown.

Star City, AR7 miGrady, AR7 miMoscow, AR9 miGould, AR13 miReydell, AR17 miPine Bluff, AR18 miRison, AR19 miDumas, AR20 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Yorktown include Little Bayou Meto, Bayou Meto, Cane Creek State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Yorktown?

Near Yorktown 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 Yorktown?

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