The men's canoe sprint K-1 200 metres competition at the 2012 Olympic Games in London took place between 10 and 11 August at Eton Dorney.

[1] Great Britain's Ed McKeever won the gold medal, ahead of Saúl Craviotto from Spain who won silver.

The competition comprised heats, semifinals, and a final round.

The top five boats from each heat, and the fastest loser, advanced to the semifinals.

The top four boats in each semifinal advanced to the "A" final, and competed for medals.