Best Places to Kayak Near Lost City, WV

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

30 nearby17 Rivers10 Creeks3 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Lost City

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Warden Lake Water Management Area

Standout kayak fishing on Warden Lake

LakeBeginner20 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk2

Rockcliff Lake

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

LakeBeginner6 mi away
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Fisher Bridge

Just 14 miles from Lost City — the closest quality launch

CreekBeginner14 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Kimsey Run Lake

West Virginia · 4.3 mi

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

Rockcliff Lake

West Virginia · 6.3 mi

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

Parker Hollow

West Virginia · 9.9 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Cold Spring Hollow

West Virginia · 13.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Fisher Bridge

West Virginia · 14.2 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Welton Park - 2

West Virginia · 15.9 mi

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Welton Park

West Virginia · 15.9 mi

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Meems Bottom

Virginia · 16.0 mi

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Chapman's

Virginia · 16.1 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Old Fields Bridge

West Virginia · 16.1 mi

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Petersburg

West Virginia · 17.3 mi

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South Branch Water Management Area

West Virginia · 18.2 mi

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Wardensville

West Virginia · 18.6 mi

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South Mill Creek Lake

West Virginia · 18.7 mi

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

Camp Run Lake

West Virginia · 18.8 mi

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Warden Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 20.3 mi

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

Massanutten

Virginia · 22.1 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Inskeep

Virginia · 22.3 mi

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Harmissions

West Virginia · 23.0 mi

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Fosters

Virginia · 23.2 mi

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White House

Virginia · 23.2 mi

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

Capon Lake

West Virginia · 23.8 mi

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

Stoney Run

West Virginia · 24.3 mi

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

Deer Rapids

Virginia · 24.4 mi

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

Newport

Virginia · 24.8 mi

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Alma

Virginia · 25.3 mi

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Strasburg Landing

Virginia · 25.9 mi

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

Yellow Springs

West Virginia · 26.1 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Bentonville

Virginia · 26.8 mi

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Grove Hill

Virginia · 28.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Lost City.

Mathias, WV3 miOrkney Springs, VA7 miBasye, VA7 miBergton, VA11 miMount Jackson, VA12 miBaker, WV12 miEdinburg, VA12 miCriders, VA14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Lost City, WV?

Top picks near Lost City include Warden Lake Water Management Area, Rockcliff Lake, Fisher Bridge. 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 Lost City?

Near Lost City 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 Lost City?

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