Best Places to Kayak Near Nora, VA

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

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

St Paul

Virginia · 8.3 mi

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Carterton

Virginia · 10.1 mi

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Cleveland Park

Virginia · 11.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Bark Camp Lake

Virginia · 14.1 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

Dungannon

Virginia · 14.3 mi

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Nash's Ford

Virginia · 15.4 mi

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Jenkins Lake Fishing Access

Kentucky · 18.8 mi

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Puckett's Hole

Virginia · 18.9 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Hidden Valley Lake

Virginia · 19.1 mi

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Fishpond Lake

Kentucky · 20.5 mi

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Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 22.5 mi

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Lick Creek

Kentucky · 27.0 mi

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Grapevine

Kentucky · 28.6 mi

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Upper Pompey Branch Dam

Kentucky · 29.1 mi

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Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 30.2 mi

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Lake Keokee

Virginia · 30.5 mi

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Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 31.3 mi

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Clinch Port

Virginia · 32.1 mi

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Rexrena (Copper Creek)

Virginia · 33.3 mi

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Pikeville City Lake

Kentucky · 33.5 mi

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Saltville

Virginia · 33.9 mi

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Avens

Virginia · 34.1 mi

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Levisa Fork Fishing Access

Kentucky · 34.2 mi

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Painter Creek Marina

Tennessee · 34.4 mi

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Baumgardner

Tennessee · 34.6 mi

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Whitaker Hollow Park

Virginia · 34.9 mi

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Kingdom Come Lake

Kentucky · 35.1 mi

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City of Kingsport

Tennessee · 35.4 mi

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Thompson Road

Kentucky · 35.6 mi

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Hwy 421 Access Area

Tennessee · 35.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Nora, VA?

Top picks near Nora include Hidden Valley Lake, Bark Camp Lake, Laurel Bed Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Nora?

Near Nora 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 Nora?

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