Best Places to Kayak Near London, WV

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

30 nearby22 Rivers8 Lakes
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Top Picks Near London

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Fayette Station

A top-rated river launch on New River

RiverBeginner28 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

Plum Orchard Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner19 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains3

Battle Run

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

LakeBeginner25 mi away
a river with trees on the side

Hansford

West Virginia · 1.9 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Kanawha River

West Virginia · 2.9 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Glasgow

West Virginia · 3.6 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia · 9.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Chesapeake

West Virginia · 9.3 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Jodie

West Virginia · 12.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Hawks Nest State Park

West Virginia · 14.5 mi

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

Daniel Boone Park

West Virginia · 14.9 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

John Slack Park

West Virginia · 15.6 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

C&P Telephone

West Virginia · 17.2 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Plum Orchard Lake

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Queen Shoals

West Virginia · 19.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Clendinin

West Virginia · 20.5 mi

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a river with trees on the side

South Charleston

West Virginia · 21.8 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Dunbar

West Virginia · 22.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Dun Glen

West Virginia · 23.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Cunard River

West Virginia · 23.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Stone Cliff

West Virginia · 24.6 mi

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a winding road through a forest

Shawnee State Park

West Virginia · 24.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Battle Run

West Virginia · 24.9 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Summersville Lake

West Virginia · 25.0 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Madison State Route 17 Bridge

West Virginia · 26.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Gauley River (Summersville Lake)

West Virginia · 26.6 mi

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

Mary L Chilton Road Side Park

West Virginia · 26.7 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Thayer Acces Point

West Virginia · 27.3 mi

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

Fayette Station

West Virginia · 27.6 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Salmon Run Boat Ramp

West Virginia · 27.8 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

McCreery

West Virginia · 28.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

St. Albans Roadside Park

West Virginia · 28.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Lake Stephen Marina

West Virginia · 28.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of London.

Handley, WV1 miGallagher, WV1 miHugheston, WV1 miPratt, WV1 miCedar Grove, WV2 miMount Carbon, WV3 miGlasgow, WV3 miSmithers, WV3 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near London include Fayette Station, Plum Orchard Lake, Battle Run. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near London?

Near London 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 London?

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