Best Places to Kayak Near Cross Junction, VA

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

30 nearby14 Rivers10 Creeks6 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Cross Junction

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Sawmill Cove

Standout kayak fishing on Sleepy Creek Lake

LakeBeginner13 mi away
a river running through a lush green forest2

Blue Ford North

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

CreekBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Paw Paw CR 1/1

A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River

CreekBeginner19 mi away
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C-17 Bloomery Run

West Virginia · 6.6 mi

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McCubbins Ford

West Virginia · 7.4 mi

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Edwards Run

West Virginia · 7.9 mi

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Edwards Run

West Virginia · 8.0 mi

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a winding road through a forest

Cacapon Crossing

West Virginia · 8.5 mi

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Cacapon State Park

West Virginia · 8.7 mi

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Capon Bridge

West Virginia · 9.1 mi

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Shanghai

West Virginia · 10.6 mi

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Fishers Ford Bridge

West Virginia · 10.8 mi

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North River Mills

West Virginia · 11.7 mi

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

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 12.0 mi

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Hooks Mill

West Virginia · 12.7 mi

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Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 13.1 mi

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

Yellow Springs North

West Virginia · 13.2 mi

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Sleepy Creek Lake Dam

West Virginia · 13.5 mi

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

Paw Paw

West Virginia · 13.9 mi

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Jones Springs

West Virginia · 14.9 mi

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Poor House Farm Park

West Virginia · 15.1 mi

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Bond's Landing - Green Ridge State Forest

Maryland · 15.3 mi

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Power House

West Virginia · 15.9 mi

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

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 16.4 mi

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

Great Cacapon

West Virginia · 16.8 mi

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

Yellow Springs

West Virginia · 17.3 mi

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Fifteen Mile Creek

Maryland · 17.7 mi

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Cohill Station

Maryland · 18.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Blue Ford North

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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

Paw Paw CR 1/1

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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Mouth of South Branch

West Virginia · 18.6 mi

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Rt 9 Bridge

West Virginia · 19.5 mi

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

Millesonne Mills Bridge

West Virginia · 19.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Cross Junction.

Bloomery, WV5 miGore, VA6 miGlengary, WV8 miGerrardstown, WV10 miCapon Bridge, WV11 miSlanesville, WV11 miPaw Paw, WV12 miHigh View, WV13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Cross Junction, VA?

Top picks near Cross Junction include Sawmill Cove, Blue Ford North, Paw Paw CR 1/1. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Cross Junction?

Near Cross Junction 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 Cross Junction?

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