Best Places to Kayak Near Hedgesville, WV

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

30 nearby16 Rivers8 Creeks6 Lakes
← All paddling in West Virginia

Rt 9 Bridge

West Virginia · 2.1 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Jones Springs

West Virginia · 4.2 mi

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Fort Frederick State Park Soft Launch

Maryland · 4.7 mi

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Fort Frederick State Park / Big Pool boat ramp

Maryland · 4.9 mi

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Sleepy Creek Lake Dam

West Virginia · 5.0 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 5.1 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cherry Run

West Virginia · 5.8 mi

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

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 5.9 mi

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Poor House Farm Park

West Virginia · 6.0 mi

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McCoys Ferry

Maryland · 6.3 mi

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Four Locks

Maryland · 7.5 mi

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Shanghai

West Virginia · 8.3 mi

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Camp Harding Park

Maryland · 8.5 mi

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Rt 45 Bridge

West Virginia · 9.4 mi

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Stone Bridge

West Virginia · 9.8 mi

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Big Slackwater

Maryland · 11.7 mi

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Indian Springs WMA / Blairs Valley Lake

Maryland · 12.1 mi

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Little Tonoloway / Hancock

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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McMahons Mill

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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Cohill Station

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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Williamsport

Maryland · 12.6 mi

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Power House

West Virginia · 12.7 mi

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Dam 4

Maryland · 12.7 mi

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Dam #4

West Virginia · 12.9 mi

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

Great Cacapon

West Virginia · 13.0 mi

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Cacapon State Park

West Virginia · 13.3 mi

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McCubbins Ford

West Virginia · 13.3 mi

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Fishers Ford Bridge

West Virginia · 15.5 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 15.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 15.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Hedgesville 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 Hedgesville?

Near Hedgesville 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 Hedgesville?

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