Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Holly, VA

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

30 nearby10 Rivers9 Creeks8 Bays
← All paddling in Virginia

Top Picks Near Mount Holly

red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime1

Tall Timbers Landing

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

InletBeginner11 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

American Legion

Standout kayak fishing on Chandler's Mill Pond

LakeBeginner7 mi away
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees3

Gardy's Mill Pond

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

LakeBeginner9 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Coles Point

Virginia · 5.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

American Legion

Virginia · 7.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

St. Clement's Island State Park

Maryland · 8.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Gardy's Mill Pond

Virginia · 8.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

St. Clement's Island Museum

Maryland · 9.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cather Marine

Maryland · 10.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Newtowne Neck State Park Paddle-In Campsite (East)

Maryland · 10.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Coltons Point Marina

Maryland · 10.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 10.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Museum soft access

Maryland · 10.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Newtowne Neck State Park Paddle-In Campsite (West)

Maryland · 10.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 11.2 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Carter's Wharf

Virginia · 11.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Totuskey

Virginia · 11.6 mi

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

Olversons Lodge Creek Marina

Virginia · 11.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Newtowne Neck State Park soft access

Maryland · 11.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fitzies Marina

Maryland · 11.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

River Springs Landing

Maryland · 11.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Paul Ellis Landing

Maryland · 11.8 mi

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

Lodge Landing

Virginia · 11.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Combs Creek Marina

Maryland · 12.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 12.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 12.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 12.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

St. George's Island Landing

Maryland · 13.6 mi

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

Hoskin's Creek

Virginia · 14.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bushwood Cove

Maryland · 14.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Captain Johns Crabhouse and Marina

Maryland · 14.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 14.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (soft access)

Maryland · 14.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Mount Holly.

Montross, VA4 miHague, VA4 miZacata, VA4 miStratford, VA5 miColes Point, VA6 miOldhams, VA7 miKinsale, VA8 miWarsaw, VA10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Mount Holly include Tall Timbers Landing, American Legion, Gardy's Mill Pond. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Mount Holly?

Near Mount Holly 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 Holly?

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