Kayaking Polk Bayou

While there are two camps as to which is the correct name, Poke or Polk, there is one thing that’s certain. Floating the bayou’s scenic waters makes for a great day.

Poke Bayou Outfitters provides everything you need for a day on the water, including kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and shuttle service to its exclusive launch site.

Paddle gentle waters past rural countryside, under several bridges with nice architectural lines and right through downtown Batesville. Along the way, take a dip at local swimming holes and find the perfect shady spot for a riverside picnic.

If you have your own gear, you can grab a Waterway Day Pass for access to the private launch.

Floating season through Poke Bayou Outfitters is mid-March through late summer with half day and full day options. The float takes about three hours, but rentals allow for extra time to stop and enjoy the scenery along the way.

Poke Bayou Outfitters is the adventure center for all your outdoor fun in north central Arkansas, offering bike tune ups, kayak rentals, classes, and guided rock climbing and fly fishing experiences and more.