Best Places to Kayak Near Matewan, WV
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Matewan, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Matewan
Matewan Carrydown
Kentucky · 1.8 mi
Haffield Bottom Roadside Park
West Virginia · 1.8 mi
Hatfield-McCoy Park Access
Kentucky · 3.0 mi
Williamson Carrydown
Kentucky · 7.2 mi
South Williamson Access
Kentucky · 8.0 mi
Grants Branch Fishing Access
Kentucky · 10.6 mi
Maher
West Virginia · 13.0 mi
Laurel Lake Water Management Area
West Virginia · 13.9 mi
Earling
West Virginia · 14.9 mi
Man
West Virginia · 15.5 mi
Rock House Fork
West Virginia · 15.7 mi
Shawnee Island Park
West Virginia · 16.0 mi
Wylo
West Virginia · 16.4 mi
Justice
West Virginia · 17.5 mi
RD Bailey Lake Tailwaters
West Virginia · 17.7 mi
Peach Creek
West Virginia · 17.8 mi
Fishtrap Lake WMA
Kentucky · 18.6 mi
Grapevine
Kentucky · 19.0 mi
Chief Logan State Park Pond
West Virginia · 19.1 mi
Lick Creek
Kentucky · 19.2 mi
Logan County Airport Pond
West Virginia · 19.3 mi
Warfield
Kentucky · 20.2 mi
R.D. Bailey Lake
West Virginia · 20.4 mi

Upper Pompey Branch Dam
Kentucky · 20.8 mi
Guyandotte Campground
West Virginia · 21.1 mi
Guyandotte River
West Virginia · 21.1 mi
Fishtrap Tailwater
Kentucky · 21.2 mi
Iaeger
West Virginia · 22.3 mi
Pikeville City Lake
Kentucky · 23.3 mi
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.