Best Places to Kayak Near Castlewood, VA

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

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

St Paul

Virginia · 2.1 mi

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Carterton

Virginia · 4.5 mi

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Cleveland Park

Virginia · 8.5 mi

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Dungannon

Virginia · 10.2 mi

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Hidden Valley Lake

Virginia · 11.6 mi

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Bark Camp Lake

Virginia · 12.9 mi

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Nash's Ford

Virginia · 13.1 mi

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Puckett's Hole

Virginia · 16.4 mi

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Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 20.7 mi

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Painter Creek Marina

Tennessee · 24.3 mi

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Baumgardner

Tennessee · 24.5 mi

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Avens

Virginia · 24.6 mi

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Whitaker Hollow Park

Virginia · 25.7 mi

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Hwy 421 Access Area

Tennessee · 25.7 mi

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Emmett Bridge

Tennessee · 26.0 mi

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Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 26.2 mi

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

Osceola Island

Tennessee · 26.3 mi

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Friendship Marina

Tennessee · 26.5 mi

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South Holston Dam

Tennessee · 26.6 mi

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Buffalo Road

Tennessee · 26.8 mi

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

TVA Walk-in Access

Tennessee · 27.0 mi

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

Big Springs Access

Tennessee · 27.1 mi

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Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 27.3 mi

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Bluff City Park

Tennessee · 27.7 mi

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Cooks Valley

Tennessee · 27.7 mi

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Jenkins Lake Fishing Access

Kentucky · 27.8 mi

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Rainbow Bridge

Tennessee · 27.8 mi

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

Muddy Creek

Tennessee · 27.9 mi

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Sugar Hollow

Tennessee · 28.6 mi

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Warriors Path State Park

Tennessee · 28.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Castlewood include Hidden Valley Lake, Bark Camp Lake, Laurel Bed Lake. 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 Castlewood?

Near Castlewood 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 Castlewood?

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