Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Charles, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Saint Charles

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Bark Camp Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Lake Keokee

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

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Carr Fork Dam

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

LakeBeginner27 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Poteet Ferry

Virginia · 9.4 mi

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Lake Keokee

Virginia · 10.5 mi

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Cranks Creek Lake

Kentucky · 10.8 mi

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Kingdom Come Lake

Kentucky · 11.5 mi

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MFL Tailwater

Kentucky · 12.6 mi

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Martins Fork Lake

Kentucky · 13.1 mi

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Flanary Bridge

Virginia · 15.5 mi

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

Kyle's Ford

Tennessee · 18.0 mi

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

State Line

Virginia · 18.7 mi

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

Beech Grove

Virginia · 19.4 mi

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

Clinch Port

Virginia · 20.2 mi

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

Rexrena (Copper Creek)

Virginia · 20.9 mi

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Sneedville

Tennessee · 25.0 mi

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Mulberry Creek

Tennessee · 26.3 mi

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Carr Fork Dam

Kentucky · 27.4 mi

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Surgoinsville Riverfront Park

Tennessee · 27.4 mi

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Carr Creek Marina

Kentucky · 27.6 mi

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Little Carr

Kentucky · 28.5 mi

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Christian Bend

Tennessee · 29.2 mi

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Bark Camp Lake

Virginia · 29.4 mi

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Church Hill City Park

Tennessee · 29.5 mi

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Hazard City

Kentucky · 30.1 mi

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Fishpond Lake

Kentucky · 30.5 mi

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Beech Creek (Southwest)

Tennessee · 30.7 mi

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Beech Creek (Northeast)

Tennessee · 30.7 mi

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Laurel Run Park

Tennessee · 30.7 mi

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Caney Creek

Tennessee · 30.9 mi

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City of Kingsport

Tennessee · 31.2 mi

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Melinda Ferry

Tennessee · 32.0 mi

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John Sevier Steamplant

Tennessee · 32.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Saint Charles.

Keokee, VA4 miHolmes Mill, KY4 miClosplint, KY5 miPennington Gap, VA6 miBen Hur, VA7 miKenvir, KY7 miEvarts, KY7 miDryden, VA8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Saint Charles, VA?

Top picks near Saint Charles include Bark Camp Lake, Lake Keokee, Carr Fork Dam. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Saint Charles?

Near Saint Charles 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 Charles?

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