Best Places to Kayak Near Huntington, WV

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

30 nearby18 Rivers10 Lakes2 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Huntington

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Beech Fork Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Beech Fork State Park

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

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Easy Lynn Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

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Harris River Front Park

West Virginia · 1.0 mi

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Symmes Creek Boat Ramp

Ohio · 1.5 mi

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Guyandotte Ramp

West Virginia · 3.2 mi

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Pilgrim Glass

West Virginia · 6.2 mi

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Underwood Lake

West Virginia · 7.4 mi

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Beech Fork Lake

West Virginia · 7.4 mi

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Barboursville Lake

West Virginia · 7.8 mi

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Farmdale Bridge

West Virginia · 7.9 mi

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Village South Point

Ohio · 8.0 mi

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Beech Fork State Park

West Virginia · 8.2 mi

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Virginia Point Park

West Virginia · 8.3 mi

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Catlettsburg

Kentucky · 8.4 mi

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Aquatic Trail Stream Access

West Virginia · 9.9 mi

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Millers Fork Pond

West Virginia · 10.9 mi

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Ashland

Kentucky · 11.7 mi

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I-64 Bridge Ona

West Virginia · 11.8 mi

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Howells Mill Bridge

West Virginia · 12.3 mi

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Salt Rock / Madison Creek

West Virginia · 13.8 mi

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Yates Crossings Bridge

West Virginia · 13.9 mi

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South Big Run Road Access

Kentucky · 14.5 mi

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US RT 60 Bridge Milton

West Virginia · 15.4 mi

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Center Street Landing

Ohio · 15.9 mi

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Ironton Public Ramp

Kentucky · 15.9 mi

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Green Bottom Water Management Area

West Virginia · 17.2 mi

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Timbre Ridge Lake Ramp

Ohio · 17.3 mi

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Lake Vesuvius Boat Ramp

Ohio · 17.3 mi

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CR 25

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Branchland

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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East Lynn Lake Tailwaters

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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Easy Lynn Lake

West Virginia · 19.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Huntington.

Chesapeake, OH3 miLavalette, WV6 miShoals, WV6 miProctorville, OH6 miSouth Point, OH6 miCeredo, WV6 miKenova, WV7 miBarboursville, WV8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Huntington include Beech Fork Lake, Beech Fork State Park, Easy Lynn Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Huntington?

Near Huntington 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 Huntington?

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