Best Places to Kayak Near Pounding Mill, VA

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

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Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 7.8 mi

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Saltville

Virginia · 11.6 mi

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Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 12.6 mi

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

Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 13.7 mi

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Berwind Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 14.1 mi

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Puckett's Hole

Virginia · 16.8 mi

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Hungry Mother State Park

Virginia · 17.6 mi

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Nash's Ford

Virginia · 20.3 mi

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Hidden Valley Lake

Virginia · 24.3 mi

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Anawalt Lake WMA

West Virginia · 24.7 mi

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Cleveland Park

Virginia · 24.9 mi

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City of Welch

West Virginia · 27.2 mi

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Rural Retreat Lake

Virginia · 27.8 mi

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Iaeger

West Virginia · 28.5 mi

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Carterton

Virginia · 28.9 mi

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Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 29.6 mi

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Whitaker Hollow Park

Virginia · 30.5 mi

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Avens

Virginia · 32.0 mi

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St Paul

Virginia · 33.7 mi

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James P. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 34.3 mi

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Garden Hole Carrydown

Kentucky · 34.8 mi

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Kee Reservoir

West Virginia · 35.1 mi

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North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)

West Virginia · 35.2 mi

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Horse Creek WMA Lake

West Virginia · 35.5 mi

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Mouth of Horse Creek

West Virginia · 36.2 mi

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North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)

West Virginia · 36.2 mi

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Breaks Interstate Park

Kentucky · 36.5 mi

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CR 14 Bridge

West Virginia · 36.7 mi

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Baumgardner

Tennessee · 36.8 mi

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Justice

West Virginia · 37.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Pounding Mill, VA?

Top picks near Pounding Mill include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Rural Retreat Lake, Berwind Lake Water Management Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Pounding Mill?

Near Pounding Mill 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 Pounding Mill?

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