Best Places to Kayak Near Gore, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Gore

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Lake Frederick

Standout kayak fishing on Wheatlands Lake

LakeBeginner20 mi away
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Warden Lake Water Management Area

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

LakeBeginner18 mi away
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Sawmill Cove

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

LakeBeginner19 mi away

Capon Bridge

West Virginia · 4.8 mi

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Edwards Run

West Virginia · 5.5 mi

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Edwards Run

West Virginia · 5.5 mi

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Hooks Mill

West Virginia · 7.2 mi

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Yellow Springs North

West Virginia · 7.6 mi

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C-17 Bloomery Run

West Virginia · 8.9 mi

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North River Mills

West Virginia · 10.1 mi

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McCubbins Ford

West Virginia · 11.2 mi

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Yellow Springs

West Virginia · 11.4 mi

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Cacapon Crossing

West Virginia · 12.1 mi

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Capon Lake

West Virginia · 13.7 mi

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Cacapon State Park

West Virginia · 14.9 mi

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Shanghai

West Virginia · 15.7 mi

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Fishers Ford Bridge

West Virginia · 16.5 mi

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Warden Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 17.5 mi

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

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 17.8 mi

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

Paw Paw

West Virginia · 18.3 mi

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Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 18.3 mi

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Wardensville

West Virginia · 18.9 mi

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Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 19.3 mi

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Lake Frederick

Virginia · 19.7 mi

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Sleepy Creek Lake Dam

West Virginia · 19.7 mi

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

Millesonne Mills Bridge

West Virginia · 20.0 mi

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Poor House Farm Park

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Blue Ford North

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Jones Springs

West Virginia · 20.3 mi

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Maple Landing

West Virginia · 20.4 mi

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Bond's Landing - Green Ridge State Forest

Maryland · 20.5 mi

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

Paw Paw CR 1/1

West Virginia · 20.6 mi

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Mouth of South Branch

West Virginia · 21.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gore.

Bloomery, WV3 miCross Junction, VA6 miCapon Bridge, WV7 miHigh View, WV7 miWinchester, VA11 miYellow Spring, WV11 miSlanesville, WV12 miGlengary, WV12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Gore, VA?

Top picks near Gore include Lake Frederick, Warden Lake Water Management Area, Sawmill Cove. 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 Gore?

Near Gore 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 Gore?

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