Best Places to Kayak Near Shepherdstown, WV

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

30 nearby23 Rivers4 Creeks2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Shepherdstown

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Sawmill Cove

Standout kayak fishing on Sleepy Creek Lake

LakeBeginner19 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees2

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner13 mi away
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Point of Rocks

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

RiverBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 0.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 0.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 3.1 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 3.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 5.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 5.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 5.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 6.1 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lock 34

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 10.9 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 11.4 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 11.7 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 11.9 mi

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

Millville

West Virginia · 12.1 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 12.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 12.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 13.1 mi

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Jones Springs

West Virginia · 13.6 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 13.8 mi

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

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 13.8 mi

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

Shannondale Springs Water Management Area Access

West Virginia · 14.2 mi

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Meyerstown

West Virginia · 15.7 mi

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Cherry Run

West Virginia · 17.9 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Virginia · 18.1 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Point of Rocks

Maryland · 18.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 18.8 mi

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

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 19.0 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Castleman's Ferry

Virginia · 21.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Noland's Ferry

Maryland · 21.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Shepherdstown.

Sharpsburg, MD4 miBakerton, WV5 miShenandoah Junction, WV6 miKeedysville, MD7 miMartinsburg, WV8 miHalltown, WV8 miFairplay, MD8 miHarpers Ferry, WV8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Shepherdstown include Sawmill Cove, Greenbrier State Park, Point of Rocks. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Shepherdstown?

Near Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown?

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