Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Albans, WV

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

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St. Albans Roadside Park

West Virginia · 0.8 mi

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St. Albans Coal River Group

West Virginia · 1.1 mi

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Lower Falls

West Virginia · 1.4 mi

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River Bend

West Virginia · 1.7 mi

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Pettigrew Lake

West Virginia · 2.4 mi

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

Nitro

West Virginia · 2.5 mi

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

Ridenoor Lake

West Virginia · 2.7 mi

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Meadowood Park

West Virginia · 2.7 mi

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a winding road through a forest

Shawnee State Park

West Virginia · 3.6 mi

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Anderson Lake

West Virginia · 5.3 mi

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

Dunbar

West Virginia · 5.4 mi

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Alum Creek Lions Club Park

West Virginia · 5.5 mi

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a river with trees on the side

South Charleston

West Virginia · 6.9 mi

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Poca

West Virginia · 7.1 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Raymond City

West Virginia · 7.3 mi

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The Forks of Coal

West Virginia · 7.8 mi

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Hurricane WS Reservoir

West Virginia · 9.5 mi

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Sproul (Brier Crk)

West Virginia · 9.9 mi

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Winfield Locks & Dam Tailwater Access

West Virginia · 11.1 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

C&P Telephone

West Virginia · 11.3 mi

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Winfield Bridge

West Virginia · 11.4 mi

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Kanawha State Forest Pond

West Virginia · 12.1 mi

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Coonskin Park Boat Slide

West Virginia · 13.4 mi

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Coonskin Park Pond

West Virginia · 13.4 mi

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Lower Waterways Park

West Virginia · 13.5 mi

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Upper Waterways Park

West Virginia · 13.6 mi

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

Daniel Boone Park

West Virginia · 13.8 mi

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Dartmont Park

West Virginia · 14.3 mi

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Pocatalico PAS

West Virginia · 15.2 mi

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Elk Twomile Creek Dam #12

West Virginia · 15.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Saint Albans, WV?

Top picks near Saint Albans include Ridenoor Lake, C&P Telephone, St. Albans Roadside 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 Saint Albans?

Near Saint Albans 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 Saint Albans?

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