Best Places to Kayak Near Bud, WV
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Bud, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Bud
St Rt 16 Bridge at Mullens
West Virginia · 2.3 mi
City of Mullens
West Virginia · 3.0 mi
Itmann
West Virginia · 3.2 mi
St Rt 16 Bridge Pineville
West Virginia · 8.9 mi
City of Welch
West Virginia · 13.4 mi
Anawalt Lake WMA
West Virginia · 15.2 mi
CR 14 Bridge
West Virginia · 16.0 mi
Jimmy Lewis Lake
West Virginia · 16.6 mi
Oceana
West Virginia · 17.0 mi
Lake Stephen (Winter)
West Virginia · 17.1 mi
Fitzpatrick Park Lake
West Virginia · 17.3 mi
Lake Stephen Marina
West Virginia · 17.6 mi
North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)
West Virginia · 18.1 mi
Horse Creek WMA Lake
West Virginia · 18.2 mi
North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)
West Virginia · 18.3 mi
Mouth of Horse Creek
West Virginia · 18.5 mi
Kee Reservoir
West Virginia · 19.6 mi
James P. Bailey Lake
West Virginia · 20.1 mi
Guyandotte Campground
West Virginia · 21.6 mi
Pipestem (Long Branch Lake)
West Virginia · 21.7 mi
Little Beaver State Park
West Virginia · 22.2 mi
R.D. Bailey Lake
West Virginia · 22.3 mi
Raleigh County Airport Pond
West Virginia · 22.3 mi
Bluestone River
West Virginia · 22.6 mi
Mountain Valley
West Virginia · 23.5 mi
Iaeger
West Virginia · 24.1 mi
RD Bailey Lake Tailwaters
West Virginia · 24.9 mi
Bluestone State Park
West Virginia · 25.1 mi
Justice
West Virginia · 25.2 mi
Bull Falls Campground
West Virginia · 25.7 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Bud, WV?
Top picks near Bud include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Lake Stephen (Winter), James P. Bailey Lake. 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 Bud?
Near Bud 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 Bud?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Bud are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.