Best Places to Kayak Near Barboursville, WV

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

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Barboursville Lake

West Virginia · 0.2 mi

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Farmdale Bridge

West Virginia · 1.5 mi

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Underwood Lake

West Virginia · 4.3 mi

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I-64 Bridge Ona

West Virginia · 4.7 mi

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Howells Mill Bridge

West Virginia · 5.5 mi

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Guyandotte Ramp

West Virginia · 5.9 mi

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Aquatic Trail Stream Access

West Virginia · 6.2 mi

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Beech Fork State Park

West Virginia · 6.3 mi

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Salt Rock / Madison Creek

West Virginia · 6.8 mi

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Yates Crossings Bridge

West Virginia · 6.9 mi

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US RT 60 Bridge Milton

West Virginia · 8.0 mi

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Harris River Front Park

West Virginia · 8.4 mi

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Beech Fork Lake

West Virginia · 8.7 mi

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Symmes Creek Boat Ramp

Ohio · 8.9 mi

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CR 25

West Virginia · 9.7 mi

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Millers Fork Pond

West Virginia · 9.8 mi

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Branchland

West Virginia · 12.7 mi

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Pilgrim Glass

West Virginia · 13.6 mi

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Green Bottom Water Management Area

West Virginia · 14.4 mi

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Village South Point

Ohio · 16.1 mi

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Virginia Point Park

West Virginia · 16.3 mi

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Catlettsburg

Kentucky · 16.4 mi

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K. H. Butler Access

Ohio · 16.7 mi

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Hurricane WS Reservoir

West Virginia · 17.1 mi

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East Lynn Lake Tailwaters

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Easy Lynn Lake

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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Lick Creek Ramp

West Virginia · 19.0 mi

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Timbre Ridge Lake Ramp

Ohio · 19.0 mi

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Lick Creek Pond

West Virginia · 19.1 mi

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Ashland

Kentucky · 19.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Barboursville, WV?

Top picks near Barboursville include Beech Fork Lake, Beech Fork State Park, Lick Creek Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Barboursville?

Near Barboursville 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 Barboursville?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Barboursville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.