Best Places to Kayak Near Crown City, OH

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

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Green Bottom Water Management Area

West Virginia · 2.9 mi

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K. H. Butler Access

Ohio · 4.9 mi

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USACE R.C. Byrd Locks and Dam Tailwater Access (OH side)

West Virginia · 6.2 mi

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USACE R.C. Byrd Locks and Dam (WV access)

West Virginia · 6.5 mi

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Timbre Ridge Lake Ramp

Ohio · 6.9 mi

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Underwood Lake

West Virginia · 11.7 mi

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Howells Mill Bridge

West Virginia · 12.1 mi

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Yates Crossings Bridge

West Virginia · 12.4 mi

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I-64 Bridge Ona

West Virginia · 12.9 mi

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Gallipolis City Boat Ramp

Ohio · 13.6 mi

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US RT 60 Bridge Milton

West Virginia · 13.9 mi

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Farmdale Bridge

West Virginia · 14.1 mi

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Guyandotte Ramp

West Virginia · 14.3 mi

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Kanawha River

West Virginia · 14.7 mi

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Chief Cornstalk WMA Lake

West Virginia · 15.0 mi

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CR 25

West Virginia · 15.2 mi

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Barboursville Lake

West Virginia · 15.7 mi

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Symmes Creek Boat Ramp

Ohio · 16.2 mi

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Harris River Front Park

West Virginia · 16.3 mi

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Kanauga Boat Ramp

Ohio · 16.9 mi

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Point Pleasant

West Virginia · 17.2 mi

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Krodel Park

West Virginia · 17.3 mi

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Leon

West Virginia · 18.9 mi

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Hurricane WS Reservoir

West Virginia · 19.2 mi

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Lake Vesuvius Boat Ramp

Ohio · 19.9 mi

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Winfield Locks & Dam Tailwater Access

West Virginia · 20.0 mi

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Winfield Bridge

West Virginia · 20.7 mi

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Salt Rock / Madison Creek

West Virginia · 21.1 mi

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Beech Fork State Park

West Virginia · 21.4 mi

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Aquatic Trail Stream Access

West Virginia · 21.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Crown City, OH?

Top picks near Crown City include Krodel Park, Beech Fork State Park, Harris River Front Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Crown City?

Near Crown City 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 Crown City?

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