Best Places to Kayak Near Hitchins, KY

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

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Grayson Fishing Pier

Kentucky · 3.6 mi

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Grayson Lake Dam

Kentucky · 3.6 mi

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Grayson Lake Tailwater

Kentucky · 3.8 mi

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woman in blue shirt and blue denim jeans riding orange kayak on water during daytime

Clifty Creek

Kentucky · 5.4 mi

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Bruin Creek

Kentucky · 6.1 mi

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Pactolus

Kentucky · 7.6 mi

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Caney Creek

Kentucky · 11.1 mi

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green lake near green mountains under white clouds during daytime

Newfoundland

Kentucky · 11.1 mi

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Carter Caves State Park

Kentucky · 12.9 mi

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Smoky Valley/Carter Caves Lake

Kentucky · 13.7 mi

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Heritage Canoe Carrydown

Kentucky · 13.8 mi

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Twin Branch

Kentucky · 14.0 mi

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South Big Run Road Access

Kentucky · 14.0 mi

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Olive Hill Carrydown

Kentucky · 14.1 mi

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Yatesville Tailwater

Kentucky · 15.0 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Barkers Marina

Kentucky · 15.5 mi

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Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 16.0 mi

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a lake with trees and mountains in the background

Rich Creek

Kentucky · 16.1 mi

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Olive Hill

Kentucky · 16.5 mi

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Dam area - Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 16.6 mi

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Pleasant Ridge

Kentucky · 16.7 mi

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Ed Mabry-Laurel Gorge WMA

Kentucky · 17.0 mi

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Raccoon

Kentucky · 19.2 mi

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

Louisa Ramp

Kentucky · 19.8 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Virginia Point Park

West Virginia · 20.7 mi

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Catlettsburg

Kentucky · 20.9 mi

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Village South Point

Ohio · 21.2 mi

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Pilgrim Glass

West Virginia · 21.8 mi

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Ashland

Kentucky · 21.9 mi

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Greenup

Kentucky · 22.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hitchins, KY?

Top picks near Hitchins include Virginia Point Park, Village South Point, Smoky Valley/Carter Caves Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Hitchins?

Near Hitchins 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 Hitchins?

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