Best Places to Kayak Near Gerrardstown, WV

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

30 nearby15 Rivers8 Creeks7 Lakes
← All paddling in West Virginia

McCubbins Ford

West Virginia · 2.6 mi

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Shanghai

West Virginia · 4.0 mi

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Poor House Farm Park

West Virginia · 7.0 mi

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

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 7.8 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Jones Springs

West Virginia · 8.0 mi

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

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 9.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 10.3 mi

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Sleepy Creek Lake Dam

West Virginia · 10.8 mi

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Stone Bridge

West Virginia · 10.9 mi

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Rt 45 Bridge

West Virginia · 11.8 mi

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Cacapon State Park

West Virginia · 13.0 mi

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Rt 9 Bridge

West Virginia · 13.3 mi

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Fishers Ford Bridge

West Virginia · 16.2 mi

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a winding road through a forest

C-17 Bloomery Run

West Virginia · 16.3 mi

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Fort Frederick State Park Soft Launch

Maryland · 16.5 mi

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Big Slackwater

Maryland · 16.7 mi

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Fort Frederick State Park / Big Pool boat ramp

Maryland · 16.8 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 17.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 17.2 mi

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Dam #4

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Dam 4

Maryland · 17.4 mi

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a winding road through a forest

Cacapon Crossing

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Edwards Run

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Edwards Run

West Virginia · 17.5 mi

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McCoys Ferry

Maryland · 17.7 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cherry Run

West Virginia · 17.9 mi

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Capon Bridge

West Virginia · 18.0 mi

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Power House

West Virginia · 18.1 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 18.1 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Gerrardstown include Sawmill Cove, Shaperds Town, Jones Springs. 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 Gerrardstown?

Near Gerrardstown 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 Gerrardstown?

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