Kayaking Near Richmond, VA

30 paddling locations within 50 miles of Richmond.

30 nearby19 Rivers8 Lakes2 Creeks
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Ancarrow's Landing

Virginia · 5.4 mi

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Osborne Pike Landing

Virginia · 5.8 mi

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

Dutch Gap

Virginia · 7.1 mi

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Huguenot Bridge

Virginia · 8.5 mi

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Deep Bottom

Virginia · 9.6 mi

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Robious Landing

Virginia · 12.2 mi

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White Bank Park

Virginia · 12.7 mi

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Watkins Landing

Virginia · 16.3 mi

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Lake Chesdin

Virginia · 16.4 mi

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Wilcox Lake

Virginia · 17.7 mi

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

Ground Squirrel Bridge

Virginia · 22.6 mi

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Little Page Bridge

Virginia · 23.8 mi

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Patrick Henry

Virginia · 24.1 mi

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Amelia Lake

Virginia · 24.8 mi

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Beaumont

Virginia · 27.3 mi

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Lestor Manor

Virginia · 28.1 mi

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Upper Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 29.9 mi

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Lower Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 30.1 mi

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Aylett

Virginia · 30.5 mi

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

Rte. 623/Morris Creek

Virginia · 30.8 mi

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Diascund Landing

Virginia · 31.8 mi

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West View

Virginia · 32.4 mi

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Morris Creek

Virginia · 33.1 mi

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Nottoway County Lake

Virginia · 34.4 mi

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Melrose

Virginia · 36.0 mi

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Cartersville

Virginia · 36.9 mi

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VDOT Area Headquarters

Virginia · 37.2 mi

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Lake Caroline

Virginia · 37.2 mi

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

West Point

Virginia · 37.8 mi

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Waterfence

Virginia · 38.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak near Richmond, VA?

There are 30 kayak launch points within 50 miles of Richmond. Popular water body types include rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Richmond?

Near Richmond 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 Richmond?

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