Best Places to Kayak Near Martinsville, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Martinsville

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Gills Creek

Standout kayak fishing on Smith Mountain Lake

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Scruggs #8

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

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Anthony Ford #4

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

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Philpott Marina

Virginia · 11.1 mi

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Beech Point

Virginia · 12.9 mi

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Salthouse Branch Park

Virginia · 12.9 mi

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Roland Branch

Virginia · 13.2 mi

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Leaksville Landing

North Carolina · 15.1 mi

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Leaksville

North Carolina · 16.0 mi

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Draper Boat Landing

North Carolina · 16.7 mi

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DAN RIVER

North Carolina · 18.0 mi

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Waid Recreation Area

Virginia · 19.8 mi

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Lynch Memorial Park

Virginia · 20.5 mi

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Lake Burton

Virginia · 22.5 mi

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Magnum Point Marina

Virginia · 24.5 mi

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Penhook #9

Virginia · 26.2 mi

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HART'S

North Carolina · 26.9 mi

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Gills Creek

Virginia · 27.5 mi

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Scruggs #8

Virginia · 27.6 mi

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Marina Point Lane

Virginia · 27.8 mi

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Anthony Ford #4

Virginia · 28.2 mi

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Pine Hall

North Carolina · 28.6 mi

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Crazy Horse Marina

Virginia · 29.0 mi

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Parkway Marina

Virginia · 29.6 mi

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JESSUP MILL

North Carolina · 30.0 mi

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Smith Mountain Lake

Virginia · 30.3 mi

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Mitchell's Point Marina

Virginia · 31.0 mi

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Road 888

Virginia · 31.7 mi

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Myer's Creek

Virginia · 32.0 mi

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The Landing

Virginia · 32.1 mi

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Piney Bluff

North Carolina · 32.7 mi

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Oak Grove

Virginia · 32.8 mi

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Indian Point

Virginia · 33.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Martinsville.

Collinsville, VA4 miStanleytown, VA5 miFieldale, VA5 miRidgeway, VA7 miAxton, VA8 miBassett, VA9 miSpencer, VA11 miHenry, VA12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Martinsville, VA?

Top picks near Martinsville include Gills Creek, Scruggs #8, Anthony Ford #4. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Martinsville?

Near Martinsville 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 Martinsville?

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