Best Places to Kayak Near Rawl, WV

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

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Matewan Carrydown

Kentucky · 2.7 mi

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Haffield Bottom Roadside Park

West Virginia · 2.7 mi

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Williamson Carrydown

Kentucky · 3.3 mi

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Hatfield-McCoy Park Access

Kentucky · 3.8 mi

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South Williamson Access

Kentucky · 4.1 mi

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Grants Branch Fishing Access

Kentucky · 8.8 mi

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Maher

West Virginia · 10.3 mi

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Laurel Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 13.3 mi

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a group of boats are in the water

Grapevine

Kentucky · 16.9 mi

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a black swan swimming in a large body of water

Warfield

Kentucky · 17.4 mi

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a group of boats are in the water

Lick Creek

Kentucky · 17.6 mi

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Fishtrap Lake WMA

Kentucky · 17.7 mi

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

Upper Pompey Branch Dam

Kentucky · 18.2 mi

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Shawnee Island Park

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Earling

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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Fishtrap Tailwater

Kentucky · 18.6 mi

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Man

West Virginia · 19.3 mi

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Rock House Fork

West Virginia · 19.6 mi

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green and white mountains beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Pikeville City Lake

Kentucky · 19.9 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Peach Creek

West Virginia · 20.0 mi

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a body of water with a red buoy in the middle of it

Thompson Road

Kentucky · 20.2 mi

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Wylo

West Virginia · 20.4 mi

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Chief Logan State Park Pond

West Virginia · 21.0 mi

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

Levisa Fork Fishing Access

Kentucky · 21.0 mi

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Jubilee Christian Church Canoe Access

Kentucky · 21.1 mi

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Island Creek Canoe Access

Kentucky · 21.2 mi

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Cedar Creek Canoe Access

Kentucky · 21.3 mi

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Justice

West Virginia · 21.5 mi

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RD Bailey Lake Tailwaters

West Virginia · 21.7 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Logan County Airport Pond

West Virginia · 22.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Rawl include Laurel Lake Water Management Area, Logan County Airport Pond, Peach Creek. 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 Rawl?

Near Rawl 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 Rawl?

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