Best Places to Kayak Near New Castle, VA

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

30 nearby24 Rivers4 Lakes1 Inlet
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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moncove Lake State Park

West Virginia · 13.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Tuckahoe Lake

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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

TInker Creek Landing

Virginia · 20.9 mi

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

Covington Access

Virginia · 21.2 mi

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

Craig Creek

Virginia · 22.4 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Springwood

Virginia · 23.8 mi

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Caldwell

West Virginia · 23.9 mi

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

Island Ford II

Virginia · 24.0 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

I-64 Bridge - Greenbrier River

West Virginia · 24.0 mi

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Ronceverte South

West Virginia · 24.0 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Roncerverte City Park

West Virginia · 24.1 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Horseshoe Bend

Virginia · 25.3 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Petticoat Junction

Virginia · 26.4 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Buchanan

Virginia · 27.1 mi

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

Low Moor

Virginia · 27.2 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Hardy Ford

Virginia · 27.4 mi

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Fort Spring

West Virginia · 27.6 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Indian Draft

Virginia · 28.2 mi

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a person surfing in the sea

Snidow Park Landing

Virginia · 28.5 mi

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

Irongate

Virginia · 29.0 mi

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

Clifton Forge

Virginia · 29.5 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Whitethorne

Virginia · 29.5 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Anthony

West Virginia · 29.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Arcadia

Virginia · 29.6 mi

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

Whitt-Riverbend

Virginia · 30.3 mi

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

Peppers Ferry

Virginia · 30.8 mi

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St Rt 3 Bridge at Alderson

West Virginia · 31.0 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Johnson Spring

Virginia · 31.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Walnut Run

Virginia · 32.2 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Moomaw (Coles Point)

Virginia · 32.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near New Castle, VA?

Top picks near New Castle include Hardy Ford, Moncove Lake State Park, Walnut Run. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, inlets.

What types of paddling can I do near New Castle?

Near New Castle 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 New Castle?

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