Best Places to Kayak Near Frankford, WV

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

30 nearby22 Rivers5 Lakes1 Inlet
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Top Picks Near Frankford

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Thurmond Depot

A top-rated river launch on New River

RiverBeginner29 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Fayette Station

A top-rated river launch on New River

RiverBeginner31 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Moncove Lake State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Moncove Lale

InletBeginner20 mi away
tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Anthony

West Virginia · 2.2 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Renick

West Virginia · 6.0 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

I-64 Bridge - Greenbrier River

West Virginia · 7.9 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Tuckahoe Lake

West Virginia · 12.2 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Roncerverte City Park

West Virginia · 12.3 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hines

West Virginia · 19.6 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Watoga State Park Lake

West Virginia · 19.6 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moncove Lake State Park

West Virginia · 19.7 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Indian Draft

Virginia · 20.6 mi

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a winding road through a forest

Lake Sherwood

West Virginia · 20.6 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Petticoat Junction

Virginia · 20.9 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Moomaw (Coles Point)

Virginia · 21.0 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Johnson Spring

Virginia · 21.5 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Coles Point

Virginia · 21.8 mi

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

Covington Access

Virginia · 23.0 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Moomaw Marina

Virginia · 23.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Summit Lake

West Virginia · 24.2 mi

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

Island Ford II

Virginia · 25.0 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Talcott

West Virginia · 27.5 mi

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

Low Moor

Virginia · 27.9 mi

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

Thurmond Depot

West Virginia · 29.1 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Handley Water Management Area Lake

West Virginia · 29.9 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Barger Springs

West Virginia · 30.0 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Willowwood

West Virginia · 30.1 mi

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

Clifton Forge

Virginia · 30.1 mi

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

Fayette Station

West Virginia · 30.6 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Sandstone

West Virginia · 30.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Meadow Creek

West Virginia · 31.2 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

Brooke Falls

West Virginia · 31.5 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

New River

West Virginia · 31.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Frankford.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Frankford, WV?

Top picks near Frankford include Thurmond Depot, Fayette Station, Moncove Lake State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, inlets.

What types of paddling can I do near Frankford?

Near Frankford 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 Frankford?

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