Best Places to Kayak Near Chesapeake, OH
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Chesapeake, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Chesapeake
Symmes Creek Boat Ramp
Ohio · 1.7 mi
Harris River Front Park
West Virginia · 2.2 mi
Guyandotte Ramp
West Virginia · 3.6 mi
Underwood Lake
West Virginia · 7.3 mi
Pilgrim Glass
West Virginia · 7.7 mi
Village South Point
Ohio · 8.0 mi
Catlettsburg
Kentucky · 8.3 mi
Virginia Point Park
West Virginia · 8.4 mi
Farmdale Bridge
West Virginia · 8.9 mi
Barboursville Lake
West Virginia · 9.4 mi
Ashland
Kentucky · 10.3 mi
Beech Fork Lake
West Virginia · 10.6 mi
Beech Fork State Park
West Virginia · 11.1 mi
I-64 Bridge Ona
West Virginia · 12.3 mi
Howells Mill Bridge
West Virginia · 12.5 mi
Aquatic Trail Stream Access
West Virginia · 12.7 mi
Center Street Landing
Ohio · 14.0 mi
Ironton Public Ramp
Kentucky · 14.0 mi
Millers Fork Pond
West Virginia · 14.0 mi
Yates Crossings Bridge
West Virginia · 14.1 mi
Timbre Ridge Lake Ramp
Ohio · 14.3 mi
Lake Vesuvius Boat Ramp
Ohio · 14.6 mi
South Big Run Road Access
Kentucky · 15.0 mi
Green Bottom Water Management Area
West Virginia · 15.4 mi
US RT 60 Bridge Milton
West Virginia · 15.9 mi
Salt Rock / Madison Creek
West Virginia · 15.9 mi
CR 25
West Virginia · 17.9 mi
K. H. Butler Access
Ohio · 18.4 mi
USACE R.C. Byrd Locks and Dam Tailwater Access (OH side)
West Virginia · 21.0 mi
Branchland
West Virginia · 21.0 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Chesapeake, OH?
Top picks near Chesapeake include Beech Fork Lake, Beech Fork State Park, Harris River Front Park. 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 Chesapeake?
Near Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Chesapeake are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.