Kayaking Near Smithfield, VA

30 paddling locations within 50 miles of Smithfield.

30 nearby12 Rivers10 Creeks6 Lakes
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a river with rocks and trees

Jones Creek

Virginia · 4.1 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Rescue Road

Virginia · 4.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Butler Tract Lake

Virginia · 8.4 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Crane Lake

Virginia · 8.7 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Burnt Mills

Virginia · 9.6 mi

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

Lawnes Creek

Virginia · 11.2 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Western Branch

Virginia · 12.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Peterson Yatch Basin

Virginia · 13.2 mi

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

Rodgers A. Smith Landing

Virginia · 15.6 mi

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plants near body of water

Sunset Creek

Virginia · 16.2 mi

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

Grey's Creek

Virginia · 16.4 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Blackwater Bridge

Virginia · 17.6 mi

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body of water between trees

City Park

Virginia · 17.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Whitehouse Cove Marina

Virginia · 18.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

York Haven Marina

Virginia · 18.4 mi

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

Messick

Virginia · 18.6 mi

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

Wormley Creek Marina

Virginia · 18.6 mi

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

Back Creek Park

Virginia · 19.0 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Mills Marina

Virginia · 19.2 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Gloucester Point

Virginia · 19.7 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

VIMS Boat Basin

Virginia · 19.8 mi

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

Fox Hill

Virginia · 20.5 mi

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

Airfield Pond

Virginia · 22.1 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Elizabeth River Park

Virginia · 22.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Joyner's Bridge

Virginia · 23.1 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Blackwater

Virginia · 26.3 mi

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

Morris Creek

Virginia · 26.4 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Fishing Pier at the Lake

Virginia · 26.8 mi

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

Rte. 623/Morris Creek

Virginia · 28.5 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Warehouse

Virginia · 30.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak near Smithfield, VA?

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

What types of paddling can I do near Smithfield?

Near Smithfield 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 Smithfield?

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