Best Places to Kayak Near Inwood, WV

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

30 nearby17 Rivers8 Creeks3 Lakes
← All paddling in West Virginia
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 5.0 mi

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Poor House Farm Park

West Virginia · 6.3 mi

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Shanghai

West Virginia · 6.7 mi

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Stone Bridge

West Virginia · 7.3 mi

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McCubbins Ford

West Virginia · 7.3 mi

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Jones Springs

West Virginia · 8.3 mi

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Rt 45 Bridge

West Virginia · 8.4 mi

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

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 12.0 mi

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Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 12.6 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 12.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 12.8 mi

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Rt 9 Bridge

West Virginia · 12.8 mi

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Sleepy Creek Lake Dam

West Virginia · 13.0 mi

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Big Slackwater

Maryland · 13.1 mi

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Dam #4

West Virginia · 13.6 mi

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Dam 4

Maryland · 13.6 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 13.8 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 13.9 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 14.3 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 14.5 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 14.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 14.7 mi

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Meyerstown

West Virginia · 14.8 mi

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

Shannondale Springs Water Management Area Access

West Virginia · 14.8 mi

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Dam #3

West Virginia · 14.9 mi

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

Millville

West Virginia · 15.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 15.1 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 15.2 mi

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McMahons Mill

Maryland · 15.4 mi

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Lock 34

Maryland · 15.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Inwood 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 Inwood?

Near Inwood 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 Inwood?

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