Best Places to Kayak Near Masontown, WV

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

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Top Picks Near Masontown

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Coopers Rock

Standout kayak fishing on Trout Pond

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Edith B. Barill Riverfront Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

RiverBeginner12 mi away
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Morgantown

Just 9 miles from Masontown — the closest quality launch

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Jenkinsburg Bridge

West Virginia · 3.1 mi

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Upper Deckers Creek WMA

West Virginia · 3.4 mi

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Fairfax Pond

West Virginia · 5.6 mi

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Coopers Rock

West Virginia · 5.8 mi

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Rockville Bridge

West Virginia · 6.0 mi

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

Cheat Lake Ices Ferry Bridge

West Virginia · 7.1 mi

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Sunset Harbor Marina

West Virginia · 7.7 mi

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Morgantown

West Virginia · 9.2 mi

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Albright FOC

West Virginia · 9.3 mi

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Morgantown Dam Tailwater Platform

West Virginia · 9.4 mi

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Monongahela River

West Virginia · 9.4 mi

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Cheat Lake Park

West Virginia · 9.5 mi

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Morgantown Power Plant Pier

West Virginia · 9.6 mi

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Westover Park

West Virginia · 10.3 mi

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Cheat Lake Dam Tailwater

West Virginia · 10.4 mi

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Bruceton Mills Dam

West Virginia · 10.4 mi

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Fort Martin

West Virginia · 10.6 mi

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Little Falls

West Virginia · 10.7 mi

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

VanVoorhis

West Virginia · 11.1 mi

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

Hildebrand Dam Tailwater Wall

West Virginia · 11.1 mi

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Edith B. Barill Riverfront Park

West Virginia · 11.7 mi

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Preston FOC

West Virginia · 11.8 mi

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Point Marion

Pennsylvania · 12.2 mi

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

State Line Bridge

West Virginia · 12.4 mi

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

Clifton Mills Bridge

West Virginia · 12.8 mi

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Opekiska Dam Tailwater Wall

West Virginia · 13.3 mi

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Whiteday Creek Mouth Shoreline

West Virginia · 13.4 mi

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FORMER LEELAND DEV CO SITE LB MONONGAHELA RIV RM88.6

Pennsylvania · 13.6 mi

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

Newburg Lake

West Virginia · 13.7 mi

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PA FISH & BOAT COMM GREEN CNTY

Pennsylvania · 15.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Masontown.

Bretz, WV2 miReedsville, WV4 miDellslow, WV5 miArthurdale, WV6 miKingwood, WV8 miAlbright, WV9 miIndependence, WV10 miBruceton Mills, WV11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Masontown include Coopers Rock, Edith B. Barill Riverfront Park, Morgantown. 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 Masontown?

Near Masontown 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 Masontown?

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