Best Places to Kayak Near North Matewan, WV
30 public launch points within 50 miles of North Matewan, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near North Matewan
Haffield Bottom Roadside Park
West Virginia · 1.5 mi
Matewan Carrydown
Kentucky · 1.5 mi
Hatfield-McCoy Park Access
Kentucky · 1.6 mi
Williamson Carrydown
Kentucky · 7.6 mi
South Williamson Access
Kentucky · 8.3 mi
Grants Branch Fishing Access
Kentucky · 9.3 mi
Maher
West Virginia · 14.0 mi
Laurel Lake Water Management Area
West Virginia · 15.4 mi
Earling
West Virginia · 15.9 mi
Man
West Virginia · 16.4 mi
Rock House Fork
West Virginia · 16.5 mi
Wylo
West Virginia · 16.8 mi
Fishtrap Lake WMA
Kentucky · 17.1 mi
Justice
West Virginia · 17.4 mi
Shawnee Island Park
West Virginia · 17.4 mi
RD Bailey Lake Tailwaters
West Virginia · 17.6 mi
Grapevine
Kentucky · 17.7 mi
Lick Creek
Kentucky · 17.7 mi
Peach Creek
West Virginia · 19.2 mi

Upper Pompey Branch Dam
Kentucky · 19.6 mi
Fishtrap Tailwater
Kentucky · 20.0 mi
R.D. Bailey Lake
West Virginia · 20.3 mi
Logan County Airport Pond
West Virginia · 20.6 mi
Chief Logan State Park Pond
West Virginia · 20.7 mi
Guyandotte Campground
West Virginia · 21.0 mi
Warfield
Kentucky · 21.2 mi
Iaeger
West Virginia · 21.6 mi
Pikeville City Lake
Kentucky · 22.4 mi
Guyandotte River
West Virginia · 22.7 mi
KY-195 Bridge Access
Kentucky · 23.1 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near North Matewan, WV?
Top picks near North Matewan include Laurel Lake Water Management Area, Logan County Airport Pond, Peach Creek. 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 North Matewan?
Near North Matewan 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 North Matewan?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near North Matewan are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.