Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Crawford, VA

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

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Lake Shenandoah

Virginia · 3.9 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Grottoes Landing

Virginia · 5.4 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Port Republic

Virginia · 5.9 mi

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

Island Ford

Virginia · 10.9 mi

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Elkton

Virginia · 14.8 mi

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

Shenandoah Riverside

Virginia · 17.4 mi

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

Basic Park

Virginia · 18.1 mi

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

Ridgeview Park

Virginia · 19.4 mi

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

Grove Hill

Virginia · 20.6 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Beaver Creek Lake

Virginia · 22.9 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Lake Albemarle

Virginia · 23.0 mi

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Newport

Virginia · 23.1 mi

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Alma

Virginia · 24.5 mi

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Meems Bottom

Virginia · 28.2 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

White House

Virginia · 28.5 mi

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

Massanutten

Virginia · 30.0 mi

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

Camp Run Lake

West Virginia · 30.6 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Inskeep

Virginia · 32.9 mi

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a winding road through a forest

South Mill Creek Lake

West Virginia · 37.8 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Fosters

Virginia · 38.9 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

Chapman's

Virginia · 39.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Ruritan Lake

Virginia · 42.4 mi

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

Kimsey Run Lake

West Virginia · 42.5 mi

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

Rockcliff Lake

West Virginia · 43.1 mi

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Scottsville

Virginia · 43.8 mi

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

Crofton

Virginia · 43.9 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Lake Monticello Marina

Virginia · 43.9 mi

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

Howardsville

Virginia · 44.5 mi

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Spruce Knob Lake

West Virginia · 45.0 mi

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Lake Nelson

Virginia · 45.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Mount Crawford, VA?

Top picks near Mount Crawford include Lake Nelson, Lake Shenandoah, Beaver Creek Lake. 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 Mount Crawford?

Near Mount Crawford 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 Mount Crawford?

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