Canoeing · Arkansas
Canoeing in Arkansas
4 outfitters across Arkansas. Ratings, hours, contact details and a map for each, all in one place.
Named lakes and reservoirs
2,352
Rated 4.5+ on Google
3 of 4
Cities
4
Best season
Mar to Nov
At a glance
Highest rated on Google
Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across all 4 outfitters listed in Arkansas.
| Outfitter | City | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lost Valley Canoe & Lodging | Ponca | 4.8308 Google reviews |
| Dirst Canoe & Log Cabins | Yellville | 4.8186 Google reviews |
| Saline River Canoe | Benton | 4.5131 Google reviews |
| Buffalo River Canoes | Jasper | 4.4170 Google reviews |
Operators
Canoeing operators
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Lakes
Lakes to canoe in Arkansas
- Named lakes in Arkansas
- 1,168
- Reservoirs
- 1,184
Largest by area
- Bull Shoals Lake44,979 acres
- Lake Ouachita38,214 acres
- Greers Ferry Lake31,054 acres
- Beaver Lake28,026 acres
- Norfork Lake18,811 acres
Source: USGS Geographic Names Information System.
Resources
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Hand-picked videos and free guides from the community to help you plan your next trip.
Videos worth watching
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How to Canoe | 3 Key Strokes All Paddlers Should Know
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Golden Rules of Canoeing | How to Stay Safe on the Water
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How to Paddle a Canoe
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Canoe Paddle Strokes with Northern Tier
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Guides worth reading
Trip briefs, prep checklists, and how-tos. Free to read.
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