Best Places to Kayak Near Petersburg, VA

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

30 nearby18 Rivers8 Lakes2 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Petersburg

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Brunswick Lake

Standout kayak fishing on Brunswick County Lake

LakeBeginner34 mi away
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Lake Chesdin

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

LakeBeginner5 mi away
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Upper Powhatan Lake

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

LakeBeginner39 mi away
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Wilcox Lake

Virginia · 1.9 mi

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Lake Chesdin

Virginia · 5.3 mi

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White Bank Park

Virginia · 5.4 mi

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

Dutch Gap

Virginia · 11.6 mi

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Osborne Pike Landing

Virginia · 12.8 mi

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Deep Bottom

Virginia · 14.7 mi

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Ancarrow's Landing

Virginia · 20.7 mi

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Huguenot Bridge

Virginia · 24.3 mi

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Jarratt

Virginia · 26.0 mi

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Robious Landing

Virginia · 26.2 mi

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Purdy

Virginia · 26.7 mi

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Rte. 623/Morris Creek

Virginia · 28.1 mi

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Peters Bridge

Virginia · 28.2 mi

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Watkins Landing

Virginia · 29.7 mi

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Morris Creek

Virginia · 29.9 mi

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Nottoway County Lake

Virginia · 30.4 mi

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Airfield Pond

Virginia · 31.1 mi

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Amelia Lake

Virginia · 31.7 mi

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Diascund Landing

Virginia · 33.1 mi

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Brunswick Lake

Virginia · 34.1 mi

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Carey's

Virginia · 34.4 mi

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Grey's Creek

Virginia · 34.6 mi

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Lestor Manor

Virginia · 35.3 mi

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Emporia

Virginia · 36.7 mi

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

Farmers Market

Virginia · 37.1 mi

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

Meherrin Park

Virginia · 37.6 mi

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

Ground Squirrel Bridge

Virginia · 38.6 mi

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Upper Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 39.4 mi

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Little Page Bridge

Virginia · 39.4 mi

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Lower Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 39.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Petersburg.

Colonial Heights, VA4 miFort Lee, VA6 miSutherland, VA8 miChester, VA9 miPrince George, VA9 miHopewell, VA9 miDisputanta, VA10 miDinwiddie, VA12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Petersburg, VA?

Top picks near Petersburg include Brunswick Lake, Lake Chesdin, Upper Powhatan Lake. 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 Petersburg?

Near Petersburg 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 Petersburg?

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