Best Places to Kayak Near Pence Springs, WV

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

30 nearby23 Rivers6 Lakes1 Inlet
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Top Picks Near Pence Springs

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Moncove Lake State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Moncove Lale

InletBeginner20 mi away
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Bluestone Lake

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

LakeBeginner12 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains3

Tuckahoe Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

LakeBeginner24 mi away
a river with trees on the side

Talcott

West Virginia · 3.0 mi

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Barger Springs

West Virginia · 5.6 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Willowwood

West Virginia · 5.8 mi

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New River

West Virginia · 9.6 mi

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State Route 30 and 3 Bridge

West Virginia · 9.8 mi

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Brooke Falls

West Virginia · 10.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Bertha Campground

West Virginia · 11.8 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Sandstone

West Virginia · 11.9 mi

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Bluestone Lake

West Virginia · 12.2 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Dickinson Hollow

West Virginia · 13.0 mi

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Indian Creek Campground

West Virginia · 13.4 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Roncerverte City Park

West Virginia · 14.1 mi

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Cedar Branch Campground

West Virginia · 14.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Meadow Creek

West Virginia · 14.9 mi

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Bluestone River

West Virginia · 15.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Shanklins Ferry Campground

West Virginia · 16.5 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

I-64 Bridge - Greenbrier River

West Virginia · 19.4 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Glade Creek Campground

West Virginia · 19.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moncove Lake State Park

West Virginia · 19.9 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hines

West Virginia · 20.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Rich Creek

Virginia · 22.1 mi

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Glen Lyn

Virginia · 22.6 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Grandview Sandbar Campground

West Virginia · 22.6 mi

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

Bluff City

Virginia · 23.4 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Thayer Acces Point

West Virginia · 23.5 mi

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Tuckahoe Lake

West Virginia · 23.9 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

McCreery

West Virginia · 24.1 mi

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Narrows

Virginia · 24.1 mi

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

Whitt-Riverbend

Virginia · 24.5 mi

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Snidow Park Landing

Virginia · 25.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Pence Springs.

Talcott, WV3 miAlderson, WV4 miWayside, WV6 miWolfcreek, WV7 miHinton, WV9 miForest Hill, WV10 miSinks Grove, WV11 miSandstone, WV11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Pence Springs, WV?

Top picks near Pence Springs include Moncove Lake State Park, Bluestone Lake, Tuckahoe Lake. 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 Pence Springs?

Near Pence Springs 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 Pence Springs?

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