Best Places to Kayak Near Berkeley Springs, WV

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

30 nearby15 Rivers9 Creeks6 Lakes
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Power House

West Virginia · 3.6 mi

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Cohill Station

Maryland · 3.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Great Cacapon

West Virginia · 4.0 mi

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Sleepy Creek Lake Dam

West Virginia · 5.4 mi

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Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 5.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 6.2 mi

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Cacapon State Park

West Virginia · 7.2 mi

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Little Tonoloway / Hancock

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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Fishers Ford Bridge

West Virginia · 7.9 mi

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Fifteen Mile Creek

Maryland · 9.2 mi

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Bond's Landing - Green Ridge State Forest

Maryland · 10.3 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cherry Run

West Virginia · 10.4 mi

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Rt 9 Bridge

West Virginia · 10.9 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Jones Springs

West Virginia · 11.0 mi

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Camp Harding Park

Maryland · 11.1 mi

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Fort Frederick State Park / Big Pool boat ramp

Maryland · 11.4 mi

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Fort Frederick State Park Soft Launch

Maryland · 11.4 mi

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Shanghai

West Virginia · 11.8 mi

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Poor House Farm Park

West Virginia · 13.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Paw Paw

West Virginia · 13.0 mi

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McCoys Ferry

Maryland · 13.4 mi

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a winding road through a forest

Cacapon Crossing

West Virginia · 14.4 mi

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Four Locks

Maryland · 14.7 mi

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McCubbins Ford

West Virginia · 15.2 mi

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a winding road through a forest

C-17 Bloomery Run

West Virginia · 16.5 mi

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Indian Springs WMA / Blairs Valley Lake

Maryland · 16.6 mi

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Rt 45 Bridge

West Virginia · 18.2 mi

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Stone Bridge

West Virginia · 18.3 mi

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Mouth of South Branch

West Virginia · 20.3 mi

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Williamsport

Maryland · 20.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Berkeley Springs, WV?

Top picks near Berkeley Springs include Sawmill Cove, Jones Springs, Cherry Run. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Berkeley Springs?

Near Berkeley Springs 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 Berkeley Springs?

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