Best Places to Kayak Near Panther, WV

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

30 nearby14 Rivers12 Lakes3 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Panther

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

Jimmy Lewis Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner35 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

LakeBeginner18 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees3

Laurel Lake Water Management Area

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

LakeBeginner30 mi away
a winding road through a forest

R.D. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 10.0 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Earling

West Virginia · 19.5 mi

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a group of boats are in the water

Lick Creek

Kentucky · 23.7 mi

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a group of boats are in the water

Grapevine

Kentucky · 25.6 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Logan County Airport Pond

West Virginia · 25.7 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Peach Creek

West Virginia · 27.4 mi

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

Upper Pompey Branch Dam

Kentucky · 28.6 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Laurel Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 30.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Rockhouse Lake

West Virginia · 31.8 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Guyandotte River

West Virginia · 32.0 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 33.7 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Pikeville City Lake

Kentucky · 34.0 mi

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

Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 35.3 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Thompson Road

Kentucky · 35.5 mi

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

Levisa Fork Fishing Access

Kentucky · 35.5 mi

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

Puckett's Hole

Virginia · 36.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 36.2 mi

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

Nash's Ford

Virginia · 37.1 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Warfield

Kentucky · 38.1 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Stephen (Winter)

West Virginia · 38.1 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Lake Stephen Marina

West Virginia · 38.3 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Madison State Route 17 Bridge

West Virginia · 40.0 mi

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

Cleveland Park

Virginia · 40.1 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Guyandotte River

West Virginia · 40.6 mi

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a winding road through a forest

North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)

West Virginia · 40.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)

West Virginia · 41.1 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

James P. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 41.4 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Saltville

Virginia · 41.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Kee Reservoir

West Virginia · 41.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Panther.

Mohawk, WV1 miIsaban, WV3 miIaeger, WV5 miWharncliffe, WV5 miIkes Fork, WV6 miNorth Spring, WV6 miBaisden, WV6 miHanover, WV7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Panther include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Berwind Lake Water Management Area, Laurel Lake Water Management Area. 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 Panther?

Near Panther 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 Panther?

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