Kayaking Near Gainesville, VA
30 paddling locations within 50 miles of Gainesville.
Lake Brittle
Virginia · 5.3 mi
Lake Burke
Virginia · 17.3 mi
Sycamore Landing
Maryland · 21.7 mi
Edwards Ferry
Maryland · 22.3 mi
Seneca Creek Landing - boat ramp
Maryland · 23.9 mi
Kelly's Ford
Virginia · 24.0 mi
Violettes Lock / Lock 23
Maryland · 24.2 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - River
Maryland · 24.3 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - Canal
Maryland · 24.3 mi
Anglers Inn - River
Maryland · 24.4 mi
Anglers Inn - Canal
Maryland · 24.4 mi
Pennyfield Lock
Maryland · 24.9 mi
Whites Ferry
Maryland · 25.1 mi
Lake Curtis
Virginia · 25.3 mi
Swains Lock - River
Maryland · 25.7 mi
Swains Lock - Canal
Maryland · 25.7 mi
Berry's
Virginia · 26.5 mi
Castleman's Ferry
Virginia · 26.8 mi
Lockes
Virginia · 28.0 mi
Dickerson Conservation Park
Maryland · 28.4 mi
Sweden Point Marina
Maryland · 28.5 mi
Mattingly Park / Slavin's Dock boat ramp
Maryland · 28.6 mi
Fletchers Cove
District of Columbia · 28.9 mi
Marshall Hall
Maryland · 29.0 mi
Morgan's Ford
Virginia · 29.2 mi
Mallows Bay
Maryland · 29.8 mi
Hunting Run
Virginia · 30.5 mi
Meyerstown
West Virginia · 30.6 mi
Elys Ford
Virginia · 30.6 mi
Monocacy
Maryland · 30.7 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I kayak near Gainesville, VA?
There are 30 kayak launch points within 50 miles of Gainesville. Popular water body types include rivers, canals, lakes.
What types of paddling can I do near Gainesville?
Near Gainesville 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 Gainesville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Gainesville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.