Best Places to Kayak Near Fort Monroe, VA

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

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Sunset Creek

Virginia · 2.9 mi

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

Fox Hill

Virginia · 4.6 mi

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

Messick

Virginia · 5.7 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Peterson Yatch Basin

Virginia · 6.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Whitehouse Cove Marina

Virginia · 8.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

York Haven Marina

Virginia · 9.1 mi

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

Rodgers A. Smith Landing

Virginia · 10.3 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Fishing Pier at the Lake

Virginia · 12.0 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Mills Marina

Virginia · 13.9 mi

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body of water between trees

City Park

Virginia · 14.1 mi

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

Back Creek Park

Virginia · 14.4 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Rescue Road

Virginia · 14.8 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Jones Creek

Virginia · 15.2 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Elizabeth River Park

Virginia · 15.2 mi

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

Wormley Creek Marina

Virginia · 15.8 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Gloucester Point

Virginia · 18.8 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

VIMS Boat Basin

Virginia · 18.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Crane Lake

Virginia · 19.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Butler Tract Lake

Virginia · 19.0 mi

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

Lawnes Creek

Virginia · 22.2 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Burnt Mills

Virginia · 22.3 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cape Charles

Virginia · 22.4 mi

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a couple of people riding kayaks on top of a river

Owls Creek Municipal

Virginia · 22.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Western Branch

Virginia · 23.4 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Town Point

Virginia · 26.7 mi

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An island in the middle of a body of water

Oyster

Virginia · 27.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Warehouse

Virginia · 27.9 mi

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

Grey's Creek

Virginia · 29.8 mi

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a black and white photo of a body of water

Back Bay

Virginia · 32.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Princess Anne Water Management Area

Virginia · 34.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Fort Monroe, VA?

Top picks near Fort Monroe include Oyster, Princess Anne Water Management Area, Back Bay. 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 Fort Monroe?

Near Fort Monroe 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 Fort Monroe?

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