Best Places to Kayak Near Princeton, WV

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

30 nearby17 Rivers11 Lakes1 Creek
← All paddling in West Virginia

Top Picks Near Princeton

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

Jimmy Lewis Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner12 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

Bluestone Lake

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

LakeBeginner19 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes3

Harry DeHaven Park

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

LakeBeginner32 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)

West Virginia · 5.1 mi

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a winding road through a forest

North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)

West Virginia · 6.1 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Kee Reservoir

West Virginia · 6.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

James P. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 7.2 mi

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

Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 12.0 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Glen Lyn

Virginia · 12.5 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Shanklins Ferry Campground

West Virginia · 14.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Rich Creek

Virginia · 14.7 mi

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a man riding a surfboard

Narrows

Virginia · 15.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Cedar Branch Campground

West Virginia · 16.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Bluestone River

West Virginia · 16.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Indian Creek Campground

West Virginia · 16.8 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Dickinson Hollow

West Virginia · 16.8 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Bertha Campground

West Virginia · 18.1 mi

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

Bluff City

Virginia · 18.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Bluestone Lake

West Virginia · 19.4 mi

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

Whitt-Riverbend

Virginia · 22.4 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

State Route 30 and 3 Bridge

West Virginia · 22.6 mi

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

Barger Springs

West Virginia · 24.2 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Willowwood

West Virginia · 24.5 mi

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a person surfing in the sea

Snidow Park Landing

Virginia · 24.6 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

New River

West Virginia · 25.3 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

Brooke Falls

West Virginia · 26.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees on the side

Talcott

West Virginia · 26.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Sandstone

West Virginia · 29.0 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake Stephen (Winter)

West Virginia · 30.9 mi

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a man surfing on a wave

Whitethorne

Virginia · 30.9 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Lake Stephen Marina

West Virginia · 31.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Harry DeHaven Park

Virginia · 31.7 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Meadow Creek

West Virginia · 31.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Princeton.

Kegley, WV4 miAthens, WV7 miSpanishburg, WV7 miOakvale, WV7 miRock, WV7 miCamp Creek, WV8 miLashmeet, WV9 miKellysville, WV9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Princeton include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Bluestone Lake, Harry DeHaven Park. 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 Princeton?

Near Princeton 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 Princeton?

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