Best Places to Kayak Near Hurley, VA

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

30 nearby15 Rivers12 Lakes2 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Hurley

Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk1

Jimmy Lewis Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

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

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees3

Laurel Lake Water Management Area

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

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a group of boats are in the water

Lick Creek

Kentucky · 16.0 mi

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a group of boats are in the water

Grapevine

Kentucky · 18.4 mi

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a winding road through a forest

R.D. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 19.0 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Upper Pompey Branch Dam

Kentucky · 21.4 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Earling

West Virginia · 25.8 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Pikeville City Lake

Kentucky · 27.5 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 28.4 mi

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

Levisa Fork Fishing Access

Kentucky · 29.0 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Thompson Road

Kentucky · 29.3 mi

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

Puckett's Hole

Virginia · 29.8 mi

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

Nash's Ford

Virginia · 30.2 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Logan County Airport Pond

West Virginia · 32.0 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Laurel Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 32.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 32.6 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Peach Creek

West Virginia · 32.6 mi

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

Cleveland Park

Virginia · 32.7 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

Carterton

Virginia · 35.3 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Guyandotte River

West Virginia · 37.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Jenkins Lake Fishing Access

Kentucky · 37.1 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Warfield

Kentucky · 37.5 mi

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

St Paul

Virginia · 37.8 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Saltville

Virginia · 38.1 mi

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

Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 38.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Hidden Valley Lake

Virginia · 38.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Rockhouse Lake

West Virginia · 38.7 mi

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body of water near green trees during daytime

German Bridge

Kentucky · 39.5 mi

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a group of young boys paddling canoes on a lake

Fishpond Lake

Kentucky · 39.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 40.8 mi

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white and gray bird on water

Martin County Reservoir

Kentucky · 42.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hurley.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Hurley include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Berwind Lake Water Management Area, Laurel Lake Water Management Area. 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 Hurley?

Near Hurley 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 Hurley?

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