Best Places to Kayak Near Nemours, WV

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

30 nearby15 Rivers13 Lakes1 Creek
← All paddling in West Virginia

Top Picks Near Nemours

Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk1

Jimmy Lewis Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner1 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

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

LakeBeginner22 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains3

James P. Bailey Lake

Just 7 miles from Nemours — the closest quality launch

LakeBeginner7 mi away
Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 0.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Anawalt Lake WMA

West Virginia · 6.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

James P. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 6.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a winding road through a forest

North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)

West Virginia · 6.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Kee Reservoir

West Virginia · 7.2 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)

West Virginia · 7.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

City of Welch

West Virginia · 18.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

St Rt 16 Bridge at Mullens

West Virginia · 18.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Itmann

West Virginia · 19.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

City of Mullens

West Virginia · 19.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 22.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

St Rt 16 Bridge Pineville

West Virginia · 22.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Pipestem (Long Branch Lake)

West Virginia · 24.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Glen Lyn

Virginia · 25.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Shanklins Ferry Campground

West Virginia · 26.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Bluestone River

West Virginia · 26.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Shanklins Ferry Campground Upper

West Virginia · 26.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Rich Creek

Virginia · 27.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bull Falls Campground

West Virginia · 27.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a man riding a surfboard

Narrows

Virginia · 27.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

CR 14 Bridge

West Virginia · 28.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Cedar Branch Campground

West Virginia · 28.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Horse Creek WMA Lake

West Virginia · 29.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Dickinson Hollow

West Virginia · 29.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Indian Creek (Lawson's)

West Virginia · 29.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Indian Creek Campground

West Virginia · 29.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mouth of Horse Creek

West Virginia · 29.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bluestone State Park

West Virginia · 29.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Bertha Campground

West Virginia · 29.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Iaeger

West Virginia · 30.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Nemours.

Wolfe, WV1 miPocahontas, VA2 miFreeman, WV2 miFalls Mills, VA2 miBramwell, WV2 miBluefield, VA4 miBoissevain, VA4 miBluefield, WV4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Nemours include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Berwind Lake Water Management Area, James P. Bailey 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 Nemours?

Near Nemours 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 Nemours?

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