Best Places to Kayak Near Cripple Creek, VA

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

30 nearby19 Rivers9 Lakes1 Reservoir
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Top Picks Near Cripple Creek

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

Jimmy Lewis Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner36 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

LakeBeginner11 mi away
green and brown trees beside lake during daytime3

Lovill's Creek

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

LakeBeginner30 mi away
a man riding a surfboard

Ivanhoe

Virginia · 8.6 mi

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

Loafers Rest

Virginia · 8.7 mi

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

Byllesby Pool

Virginia · 9.6 mi

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

Riverside

Virginia · 10.4 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Austinville

Virginia · 10.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Rural Retreat Lake

Virginia · 10.9 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Oldtown

Virginia · 11.4 mi

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

Baywood

Virginia · 13.8 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Independence

Virginia · 16.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

New River Canoe and Campground

Virginia · 16.6 mi

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a person surfing in the sea

Bridle Creek

Virginia · 16.6 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

Mouth of Wilson

Virginia · 19.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Allisonia

Virginia · 22.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Hungry Mother State Park

Virginia · 23.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Harry DeHaven Park

Virginia · 29.6 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Lovill's Creek

Virginia · 30.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Dublin

Virginia · 31.4 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

James P. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 33.8 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Kee Reservoir

West Virginia · 34.6 mi

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

Claytor Dam

Virginia · 34.9 mi

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

Riverview Park

Virginia · 35.0 mi

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a winding road through a forest

North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)

West Virginia · 35.8 mi

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

Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 36.0 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Saltville

Virginia · 36.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)

West Virginia · 36.6 mi

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

LUCK STONE

North Carolina · 36.9 mi

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

Peppers Ferry

Virginia · 39.0 mi

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

Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 39.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a man riding a surfboard

Narrows

Virginia · 39.9 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Whitethorne

Virginia · 40.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Cripple Creek.

Speedwell, VA4 miIvanhoe, VA7 miElk Creek, VA7 miCrockett, VA7 miFries, VA8 miWytheville, VA9 miRural Retreat, VA11 miWoodlawn, VA12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Cripple Creek, VA?

Top picks near Cripple Creek include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Rural Retreat Lake, Lovill's Creek. 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 Cripple Creek?

Near Cripple Creek 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 Cripple Creek?

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