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 nearby17 Rivers7 Creeks4 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Berkeley Springs

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Sawmill Cove

Standout kayak fishing on Sleepy Creek Lake

LakeBeginner6 mi away
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Blue Ford North

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

CreekBeginner22 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Paw Paw CR 1/1

A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River

CreekBeginner21 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Great Cacapon

West Virginia · 4.0 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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Cherry Run

West Virginia · 10.4 mi

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Jones Springs

West Virginia · 11.0 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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Cacapon Crossing

West Virginia · 14.4 mi

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C-17 Bloomery Run

West Virginia · 16.5 mi

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

Paw Paw CR 1/1

West Virginia · 21.0 mi

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Blue Ford North

West Virginia · 21.8 mi

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

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 22.9 mi

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Rocky Gap State Park

Maryland · 24.1 mi

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Meadow Grounds Lake

Pennsylvania · 24.1 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 24.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 24.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 24.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 24.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 25.0 mi

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

Millesonne Mills Bridge

West Virginia · 25.1 mi

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Gordon Lake

Pennsylvania · 26.7 mi

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Koon Lake

Pennsylvania · 26.7 mi

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

Yellow Springs North

West Virginia · 27.7 mi

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Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 27.7 mi

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Wiley Ford

West Virginia · 28.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 29.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 29.8 mi

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

Hanging Rock

West Virginia · 30.8 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lock 34

Maryland · 31.1 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 31.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 31.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Berkeley Springs.

Great Cacapon, WV6 miHancock, MD8 miHedgesville, WV9 miLittle Orleans, MD11 miBig Pool, MD12 miWarfordsburg, PA13 miPaw Paw, WV14 miGlengary, WV14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Berkeley Springs include Sawmill Cove, Blue Ford North, Paw Paw CR 1/1. 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.