Best Places to Kayak Near Rice, VA

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

30 nearby19 Rivers9 Lakes1 Reservoir

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Top Picks Near Rice

green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Briery Creek- 701 Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Briery Creek Lake

LakeBeginner12 mi away

an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Briery Creek

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

LakeBeginner10 mi away

Lower Powhatan Lake

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

LakeBeginner26 mi away

Sandy River Resevoir

Virginia · 2.5 mi

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Briery Creek

Virginia · 10.4 mi

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Briery Creek- 701 Landing

Virginia · 11.7 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

The Falls

Virginia · 17.1 mi

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Nottoway County Lake

Virginia · 17.9 mi

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Horsepen Lake Water Management Area

Virginia · 22.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Amelia Lake

Virginia · 23.7 mi

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Slate River Lake

Virginia · 23.7 mi

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Lower Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 26.1 mi

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Upper Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 26.2 mi

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Cartersville

Virginia · 29.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

West View

Virginia · 29.6 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

New Canton

Virginia · 30.2 mi

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Hardware River

Virginia · 33.1 mi

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Columbia

Virginia · 33.6 mi

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Beaumont

Virginia · 34.5 mi

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Wingina

Virginia · 34.9 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Bent Creek

Virginia · 35.2 mi

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Watkins Bridge

Virginia · 35.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Hardware River/Rt. 6

Virginia · 36.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Midway

Virginia · 36.4 mi

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Howardsville

Virginia · 37.6 mi

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Lake Connor

Virginia · 37.7 mi

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

Watkins Landing

Virginia · 38.0 mi

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Scottsville

Virginia · 38.1 mi

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Clover

Virginia · 38.1 mi

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Clarkton Bridge

Virginia · 39.6 mi

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Robious Landing

Virginia · 39.9 mi

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Brookneal

Virginia · 40.0 mi

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Great Creek Watershed

Virginia · 40.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Rice.

Burkeville, VA7 mi Farmville, VA7 mi Jetersville, VA10 mi Green Bay, VA10 mi Crewe, VA12 mi Hampden Sydney, VA13 mi Meherrin, VA13 mi Prospect, VA15 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Rice include Briery Creek- 701 Landing, Briery Creek, Lower Powhatan Lake. 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 Rice?

Near Rice 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 Rice?

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