Best Places to Kayak Near Penn Laird, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Penn Laird

a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Lake Shenandoah

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner2 mi away

an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Pelham

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

LakeBeginner41 mi away

green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Lake Albemarle

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

LakeBeginner22 mi away

Lake Shenandoah

Virginia · 2.4 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Port Republic

Virginia · 5.1 mi

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

Island Ford

Virginia · 5.6 mi

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Grottoes Landing

Virginia · 6.2 mi

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Elkton

Virginia · 9.2 mi

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a large waterfall with a bunch of rocks in front of it

Shenandoah Riverside

Virginia · 12.1 mi

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Grove Hill

Virginia · 15.5 mi

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Newport

Virginia · 18.4 mi

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Alma

Virginia · 19.7 mi

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Basic Park

Virginia · 20.2 mi

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Lake Albemarle

Virginia · 21.5 mi

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Ridgeview Park

Virginia · 21.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Beaver Creek Lake

Virginia · 21.9 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

White House

Virginia · 23.8 mi

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Meems Bottom

Virginia · 24.6 mi

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Massanutten

Virginia · 25.5 mi

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Inskeep

Virginia · 28.3 mi

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Camp Run Lake

West Virginia · 31.6 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Fosters

Virginia · 34.3 mi

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Chapman's

Virginia · 35.9 mi

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South Mill Creek Lake

West Virginia · 38.7 mi

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Mountain Run Lake

Virginia · 40.1 mi

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Ruritan Lake

Virginia · 40.4 mi

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Kimsey Run Lake

West Virginia · 40.7 mi

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

Rockcliff Lake

West Virginia · 40.8 mi

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Bentonville

Virginia · 41.2 mi

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Lake Pelham

Virginia · 41.3 mi

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Crofton

Virginia · 41.4 mi

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Lake Monticello Marina

Virginia · 41.4 mi

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Scottsville

Virginia · 42.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Penn Laird.

Mc Gaheysville, VA3 mi Port Republic, VA4 mi Keezletown, VA5 mi Pleasant Valley, VA5 mi Mount Crawford, VA6 mi Harrisonburg, VA7 mi Grottoes, VA9 mi Weyers Cave, VA9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Penn Laird, VA?

Top picks near Penn Laird include Lake Shenandoah, Lake Pelham, Lake Albemarle. 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 Penn Laird?

Near Penn Laird 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 Penn Laird?

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