Best Places to Kayak Near Callands, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Callands

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Hales Ford

Standout kayak fishing on Smith Mountain Lake

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Anthony Ford #4

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

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Scruggs #8

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

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Lake Burton

Virginia · 9.0 mi

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Penhook #9

Virginia · 17.2 mi

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Anthony Ford #4

Virginia · 18.4 mi

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Magnum Point Marina

Virginia · 18.5 mi

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Draper Boat Landing

North Carolina · 18.6 mi

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Marina Point Lane

Virginia · 19.4 mi

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Myer's Creek

Virginia · 19.6 mi

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Parkway Marina

Virginia · 19.8 mi

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Scruggs #8

Virginia · 19.9 mi

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Gills Creek

Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Smith Mountain Lake

Virginia · 20.6 mi

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Leaksville Landing

North Carolina · 20.7 mi

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

Lynch Memorial Park

Virginia · 20.9 mi

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Crazy Horse Marina

Virginia · 20.9 mi

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Mitchell's Point Marina

Virginia · 20.9 mi

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Leaksville

North Carolina · 21.1 mi

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

Waid Recreation Area

Virginia · 22.2 mi

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The Landing

Virginia · 22.3 mi

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Philpott Marina

Virginia · 22.3 mi

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Tri-County Marina

Virginia · 22.7 mi

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Road 888

Virginia · 22.7 mi

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Salthouse Branch Park

Virginia · 23.0 mi

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Beech Point

Virginia · 23.6 mi

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Roland Branch

Virginia · 23.7 mi

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Leesville Lake Marina

Virginia · 24.2 mi

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

DAN RIVER

North Carolina · 24.7 mi

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Oak Grove

Virginia · 25.6 mi

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Leesville Dam #7

Virginia · 25.7 mi

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Hales Ford

Virginia · 26.2 mi

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Waterwheel Marina

Virginia · 26.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Callands.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Callands include Hales Ford, Anthony Ford #4, Scruggs #8. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Callands?

Near Callands 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 Callands?

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