Best Places to Kayak Near Oak Hill, OH

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

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Jackson Lake State Park - New Ramp

Ohio · 0.3 mi

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Jackson Lake State Park - Furnace Ramp

Ohio · 0.7 mi

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Hammertown Reservoir

Ohio · 12.2 mi

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Tycoon Lake

Ohio · 13.0 mi

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Village of Vinton Boat Ramp

Ohio · 14.7 mi

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Lake Alma State Park

Ohio · 18.2 mi

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Lake Vesuvius Boat Ramp

Ohio · 19.6 mi

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Timbre Ridge Lake Ramp

Ohio · 19.7 mi

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Lake Rupert

Ohio · 20.8 mi

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Burkes Point

Ohio · 20.9 mi

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Gallipolis City Boat Ramp

Ohio · 21.4 mi

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Ginat Run Public Ramp

Ohio · 23.7 mi

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Kanauga Boat Ramp

Ohio · 24.1 mi

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Offnere St. Ramp/Doyle's Landing Boat Ramp

Ohio · 24.3 mi

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Point Pleasant

West Virginia · 24.8 mi

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Portsmouth Court Street Landing

Ohio · 25.0 mi

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Krodel Park

West Virginia · 25.0 mi

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Center Street Landing

Ohio · 25.2 mi

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Greenup

Kentucky · 25.5 mi

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Cheshire City Boat Ramp

Ohio · 26.0 mi

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Lake White State Park

Ohio · 27.2 mi

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Ashland

Kentucky · 28.5 mi

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Green Bottom Water Management Area

West Virginia · 28.7 mi

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Raccoon

Kentucky · 29.2 mi

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K. H. Butler Access

Ohio · 29.5 mi

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Scioto Trail State Park - Caldwell launch

Ohio · 30.5 mi

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Pomeroy City Boat Ramp

Ohio · 31.3 mi

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Mason Courtesy Dock

West Virginia · 31.4 mi

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Dam area - Greenbo Lake State Park

Kentucky · 31.4 mi

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Shawnee State Park - Marina

Ohio · 31.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Oak Hill, OH?

Top picks near Oak Hill include Krodel Park, Jackson Lake State Park - New Ramp, Jackson Lake State Park - Furnace Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Oak Hill?

Near Oak Hill 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 Oak Hill?

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