Best Places to Kayak Near Brooke, VA

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

30 nearby15 Rivers7 Lakes5 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Brooke

green and brown trees beside lake during daytime1

Lake Burke

Standout kayak fishing on Burke Lake

LakeBeginner26 mi away
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees2

Lake of the Woods

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

LakeBeginner21 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes3

VDOT Area Headquarters

A top-rated lake launch on Lake Caroline

LakeBeginner28 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Nanjemoy Wildlife Mgmt. Area (Formerly Purse State Park)

Maryland · 7.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a waterfall with trees in the background

City Docks

Virginia · 7.4 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Mallows Bay

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Mooney Park

Virginia · 9.6 mi

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

Motts Run

Virginia · 10.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Curtis

Virginia · 10.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Motts Run Recreation Area

Virginia · 10.8 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large waterfall with a bunch of rocks in front of it

Hopyard Landing

Virginia · 13.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Friendship Farm Landing

Maryland · 13.2 mi

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

Hunting Run

Virginia · 14.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a tree that is next to a body of water

Hunting Run Reservoir

Virginia · 15.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sweden Point Marina

Maryland · 15.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large waterfall with a bunch of rocks in front of it

Elys Ford

Virginia · 16.7 mi

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

Port Royal

Virginia · 18.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A stream running through a lush green forest

Goose Bay Marina

Maryland · 18.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mattingly Park / Slavin's Dock boat ramp

Maryland · 18.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Chapel Point State Park

Maryland · 19.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mason Springs soft access

Maryland · 19.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Fawn Lake

Virginia · 19.9 mi

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Myrtle Grove Wildlife Management Area

Maryland · 20.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Lake of the Woods

Virginia · 20.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large waterfall with a bunch of rocks in front of it

Kelly's Ford

Virginia · 22.6 mi

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

Wright

Virginia · 22.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Marshall Hall

Maryland · 25.5 mi

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

Milford

Virginia · 25.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Lake Burke

Virginia · 25.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Accokeek Foundation Boat Dock

Maryland · 27.1 mi

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Accokeek Foundation soft access

Maryland · 27.3 mi

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Southern Park and Pier

Maryland · 28.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

VDOT Area Headquarters

Virginia · 28.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Brooke.

Stafford, VA6 miGarrisonville, VA7 miFredericksburg, VA8 miSealston, VA9 miHartwood, VA10 miQuantico, VA10 miNanjemoy, MD11 miRuby, VA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Brooke, VA?

Top picks near Brooke include Lake Burke, Lake of the Woods, VDOT Area Headquarters. 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 Brooke?

Near Brooke 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 Brooke?

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