Best Places to Kayak Near Yorktown, AR

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

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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
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks2

Mulberry Grove Road

Open-water sea kayaking access on Salt Bayou Ditch

BayBeginner23 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Bayou Meto

A top-rated bay launch on the bay

BayBeginner21 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
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge.

Lock and Dam Number 4

Arkansas · 16.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Saint Marie Park

Arkansas · 19.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
blue sea under blue sky during daytime

Arkansas River Launch

Arkansas · 19.5 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
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
a body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Mulberry Grove Road

Arkansas · 23.2 mi

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

Highway 165 Bridge

Arkansas · 23.7 mi

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

Cowford

Arkansas · 24.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moore Bayou Recreation Area

Arkansas · 24.9 mi

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

Highway 63 Bridge

Arkansas · 25.5 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Dam

Arkansas · 27.4 mi

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

Notrebes Bend Recreation Area

Arkansas · 28.0 mi

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

Wilbur D. Mills Campground

Arkansas · 28.1 mi

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

Merrisach Lake

Arkansas · 30.3 mi

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

Highway 278 Bridge

Arkansas · 30.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a sailboat on a lake with a forest in the background

Old River Lake

Arkansas · 32.5 mi

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

Lee's Ferry

Arkansas · 32.8 mi

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

Hwy 167

Arkansas · 35.6 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, Mulberry Grove Road, Bayou Meto. 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 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.