The women's canoe sprint K-1 200 metres at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro took place between 15 and 16 August at Lagoa Stadium.

[1] The medals were presented by Barbara Kendall, IOC member, New Zealand and Maree Burnett, Board Member of the ICF.

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

The top six boats from each heat progressed to semifinals.

The fastest two canoeists in each semifinal, and the overall next two best boats qualify for the 'A' final.