Best Places to Kayak Near Matewan, WV

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

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Matewan Carrydown

Kentucky · 1.8 mi

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Haffield Bottom Roadside Park

West Virginia · 1.8 mi

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Hatfield-McCoy Park Access

Kentucky · 3.0 mi

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Williamson Carrydown

Kentucky · 7.2 mi

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South Williamson Access

Kentucky · 8.0 mi

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Grants Branch Fishing Access

Kentucky · 10.6 mi

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Maher

West Virginia · 13.0 mi

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Laurel Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 13.9 mi

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Earling

West Virginia · 14.9 mi

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Man

West Virginia · 15.5 mi

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Rock House Fork

West Virginia · 15.7 mi

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Shawnee Island Park

West Virginia · 16.0 mi

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Wylo

West Virginia · 16.4 mi

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Justice

West Virginia · 17.5 mi

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RD Bailey Lake Tailwaters

West Virginia · 17.7 mi

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Peach Creek

West Virginia · 17.8 mi

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Fishtrap Lake WMA

Kentucky · 18.6 mi

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Grapevine

Kentucky · 19.0 mi

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Chief Logan State Park Pond

West Virginia · 19.1 mi

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Lick Creek

Kentucky · 19.2 mi

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Logan County Airport Pond

West Virginia · 19.3 mi

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Warfield

Kentucky · 20.2 mi

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R.D. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 20.4 mi

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

Upper Pompey Branch Dam

Kentucky · 20.8 mi

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Guyandotte Campground

West Virginia · 21.1 mi

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Guyandotte River

West Virginia · 21.1 mi

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Fishtrap Tailwater

Kentucky · 21.2 mi

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Iaeger

West Virginia · 22.3 mi

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Pikeville City Lake

Kentucky · 23.3 mi

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Chapmanville

West Virginia · 23.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Matewan include Laurel Lake Water Management Area, Logan County Airport Pond, Peach Creek. 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 Matewan?

Near Matewan 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 Matewan?

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