Best Places to Kayak Near Burkes Garden, VA

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

30 nearby18 Rivers10 Lakes1 Reservoir
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Top Picks Near Burkes Garden

Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk1

Jimmy Lewis Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner15 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

Rural Retreat Lake

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

LakeBeginner16 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees3

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, fishing pier

LakeBeginner23 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 14.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

James P. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 16.1 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Rural Retreat Lake

Virginia · 16.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Kee Reservoir

West Virginia · 17.1 mi

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a winding road through a forest

North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)

West Virginia · 17.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Hungry Mother State Park

Virginia · 18.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)

West Virginia · 18.9 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 23.1 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Saltville

Virginia · 26.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 27.3 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Austinville

Virginia · 28.8 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Ivanhoe

Virginia · 28.8 mi

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

Loafers Rest

Virginia · 29.2 mi

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

Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 30.3 mi

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

Byllesby Pool

Virginia · 31.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Glen Lyn

Virginia · 32.6 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Narrows

Virginia · 33.5 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 34.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Rich Creek

Virginia · 34.2 mi

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

Riverside

Virginia · 34.3 mi

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a person surfing in the sea

Bridle Creek

Virginia · 35.1 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Oldtown

Virginia · 35.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Allisonia

Virginia · 35.2 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

Mouth of Wilson

Virginia · 35.5 mi

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

Bluff City

Virginia · 36.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Shanklins Ferry Campground

West Virginia · 36.7 mi

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

Baywood

Virginia · 37.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Harry DeHaven Park

Virginia · 37.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

New River Canoe and Campground

Virginia · 37.8 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Independence

Virginia · 37.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Burkes Garden, VA?

Top picks near Burkes Garden include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Rural Retreat Lake, Berwind Lake Water Management Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Burkes Garden?

Near Burkes Garden 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 Burkes Garden?

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