Best Places to Kayak Near Lawsonville, NC

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

30 nearby17 Rivers11 Lakes2 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Lawsonville

green and brown trees beside lake during daytime1

Lovill's Creek

Standout kayak fishing on Lovills Creek Lake

LakeBeginner24 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes2

Harry DeHaven Park

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

LakeBeginner45 mi away
A large body of water surrounded by trees3

Pine Hall

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

LakeBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

HART'S

North Carolina · 5.1 mi

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

JESSUP MILL

North Carolina · 8.9 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Pine Hall

North Carolina · 17.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Piney Bluff

North Carolina · 20.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Philpott Marina

Virginia · 20.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Beech Point

Virginia · 21.8 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Roland Branch

Virginia · 22.2 mi

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

LUCK STONE

North Carolina · 22.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Salthouse Branch Park

Virginia · 22.8 mi

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

DAN RIVER

North Carolina · 23.6 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Donnaha Park

North Carolina · 24.0 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Lovill's Creek

Virginia · 24.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Leaksville Landing

North Carolina · 24.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Leaksville

North Carolina · 25.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Draper Boat Landing

North Carolina · 29.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Huntsville Yadkin River Access

North Carolina · 33.7 mi

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

Waid Recreation Area

Virginia · 34.7 mi

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

Lynch Memorial Park

Virginia · 37.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Yadkin Memorial Park

North Carolina · 39.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Crater Park

North Carolina · 40.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Allisonia

Virginia · 41.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees on the side

Oldtown

Virginia · 43.9 mi

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a large waterfall with a bunch of rocks in front of it

Byllesby Pool

Virginia · 44.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Magnum Point Marina

Virginia · 44.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Dublin

Virginia · 44.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large waterfall with a bunch of rocks in front of it

Claytor Dam

Virginia · 44.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Burton

Virginia · 44.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Harry DeHaven Park

Virginia · 45.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Ronda Yadkin River Access

North Carolina · 45.4 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Austinville

Virginia · 45.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lawsonville.

Danbury, NC4 miSandy Ridge, NC7 miCritz, VA9 miWestfield, NC9 miStuart, VA10 miSpencer, VA11 miPatrick Springs, VA12 miWalnut Cove, NC14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Lawsonville, NC?

Top picks near Lawsonville include Lovill's Creek, Harry DeHaven Park, Pine Hall. 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 Lawsonville?

Near Lawsonville 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 Lawsonville?

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