Best Places to Kayak Near Glade Spring, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Glade Spring

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Rural Retreat Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner27 mi away
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Hidden Valley Lake

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

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Hungry Mother State Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

LakeBeginner15 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 7.0 mi

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Saltville

Virginia · 8.0 mi

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Whitaker Hollow Park

Virginia · 12.5 mi

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Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 13.0 mi

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Avens

Virginia · 14.5 mi

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Hungry Mother State Park

Virginia · 15.5 mi

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Hidden Valley Lake

Virginia · 17.9 mi

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Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 18.0 mi

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

Puckett's Hole

Virginia · 19.0 mi

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Baumgardner

Tennessee · 19.8 mi

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Painter Creek Marina

Tennessee · 20.2 mi

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Friendship Marina

Tennessee · 21.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Hwy 421 Access Area

Tennessee · 21.3 mi

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

Nash's Ford

Virginia · 21.6 mi

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Cleveland Park

Virginia · 24.3 mi

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

South Holston Dam

Tennessee · 25.4 mi

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Emmett Bridge

Tennessee · 25.8 mi

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

Osceola Island

Tennessee · 25.9 mi

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

TVA Walk-in Access

Tennessee · 26.7 mi

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Carterton

Virginia · 26.8 mi

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Rural Retreat Lake

Virginia · 27.2 mi

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Mouth of Wilson

Virginia · 28.4 mi

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

Big Springs Access

Tennessee · 29.2 mi

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

Doe Creek Access

Tennessee · 29.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Sink Mountain Access.

Tennessee · 31.1 mi

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

St Paul

Virginia · 31.1 mi

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Bridle Creek

Virginia · 31.7 mi

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Bayview Family Campground and Marina

Tennessee · 32.6 mi

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

J. Forrest Thomas Access Area

Tennessee · 33.4 mi

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Pioneer Landing Campground

Tennessee · 33.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Glade Spring.

Emory, VA4 miMeadowview, VA5 miChilhowie, VA6 miSaltville, VA8 miDamascus, VA10 miBroadford, VA12 miMarion, VA13 miLaurel Bloomery, TN14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Glade Spring, VA?

Top picks near Glade Spring include Rural Retreat Lake, Hidden Valley Lake, Hungry Mother State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Glade Spring?

Near Glade Spring 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 Glade Spring?

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