Best Places to Kayak Near Ironton, OH

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

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Center Street Landing

Ohio · 1.3 mi

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Ironton Public Ramp

Kentucky · 1.3 mi

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Ashland

Kentucky · 3.7 mi

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Lake Vesuvius Boat Ramp

Ohio · 5.8 mi

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Catlettsburg

Kentucky · 8.5 mi

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Village South Point

Ohio · 8.6 mi

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Virginia Point Park

West Virginia · 8.9 mi

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Greenup

Kentucky · 10.2 mi

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Raccoon

Kentucky · 11.1 mi

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Dam area - Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 11.1 mi

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South Big Run Road Access

Kentucky · 11.5 mi

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Ginat Run Public Ramp

Ohio · 11.6 mi

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Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 12.4 mi

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Pilgrim Glass

West Virginia · 12.6 mi

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Greenup Lock and Dam

Kentucky · 13.4 mi

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Symmes Creek Boat Ramp

Ohio · 13.4 mi

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Harris River Front Park

West Virginia · 14.0 mi

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Burkes Point

Ohio · 15.9 mi

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Guyandotte Ramp

West Virginia · 16.3 mi

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Timbre Ridge Lake Ramp

Ohio · 17.6 mi

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Pactolus

Kentucky · 18.4 mi

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Underwood Lake

West Virginia · 19.7 mi

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Beech Fork Lake

West Virginia · 20.7 mi

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Farmdale Bridge

West Virginia · 21.6 mi

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Barboursville Lake

West Virginia · 22.0 mi

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Offnere St. Ramp/Doyle's Landing Boat Ramp

Ohio · 22.2 mi

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Beech Fork State Park

West Virginia · 22.4 mi

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Portsmouth Court Street Landing

Ohio · 22.9 mi

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Portsmouth Public Ramp

Kentucky · 23.0 mi

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Green Bottom Water Management Area

West Virginia · 24.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Ironton, OH?

Top picks near Ironton include Beech Fork Lake, Beech Fork State Park, Harris River Front Park. 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 Ironton?

Near Ironton 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 Ironton?

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