Best Places to Kayak Near Griffithsville, WV
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Griffithsville, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Griffithsville
Upper Mud River Lake
West Virginia · 6.8 mi
Upper Mud River Lake
West Virginia · 7.5 mi
Lower Waterways Park
West Virginia · 8.4 mi
Upper Waterways Park
West Virginia · 8.5 mi
The Forks of Coal
West Virginia · 9.7 mi
Alum Creek Lions Club Park
West Virginia · 10.0 mi
Meadowood Park
West Virginia · 10.0 mi
Pettigrew Lake
West Virginia · 10.2 mi
River Bend
West Virginia · 10.5 mi
Don R. Kuhn
West Virginia · 10.9 mi
Lower Falls
West Virginia · 11.3 mi
Sproul (Brier Crk)
West Virginia · 11.3 mi
Branchland
West Virginia · 12.1 mi
St. Albans Coal River Group
West Virginia · 12.6 mi
St. Albans Roadside Park
West Virginia · 12.9 mi
Hurricane WS Reservoir
West Virginia · 13.4 mi
Nitro
West Virginia · 13.5 mi
Lick Creek Park
West Virginia · 13.6 mi
Salt Rock / Madison Creek
West Virginia · 13.7 mi

Ridenoor Lake
West Virginia · 14.2 mi
CR 25
West Virginia · 14.4 mi
Shawnee State Park
West Virginia · 14.6 mi
Dartmont Park
West Virginia · 14.7 mi
Dunbar
West Virginia · 15.5 mi
Madison State Route 17 Bridge
West Virginia · 15.5 mi
US RT 60 Bridge Milton
West Virginia · 15.9 mi
Anderson Lake
West Virginia · 16.4 mi
Guyandotte River
West Virginia · 16.8 mi
South Charleston
West Virginia · 17.4 mi
Yates Crossings Bridge
West Virginia · 17.7 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Griffithsville, WV?
Top picks near Griffithsville include Ridenoor Lake, St. Albans Roadside Park, Shawnee State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.
What types of paddling can I do near Griffithsville?
Near Griffithsville 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 Griffithsville?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Griffithsville are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.