Best Places to Kayak Near Stanleytown, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Stanleytown

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Hales Ford

Standout kayak fishing on Smith Mountain Lake

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Gills Creek

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

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Scruggs #8

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

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Philpott Marina

Virginia · 6.2 mi

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Salthouse Branch Park

Virginia · 8.0 mi

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Beech Point

Virginia · 8.0 mi

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Roland Branch

Virginia · 8.3 mi

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Waid Recreation Area

Virginia · 16.1 mi

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Lynch Memorial Park

Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Leaksville Landing

North Carolina · 19.7 mi

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Leaksville

North Carolina · 20.7 mi

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Draper Boat Landing

North Carolina · 21.6 mi

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DAN RIVER

North Carolina · 22.2 mi

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Magnum Point Marina

Virginia · 23.1 mi

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Lake Burton

Virginia · 24.2 mi

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HART'S

North Carolina · 25.4 mi

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Penhook #9

Virginia · 25.8 mi

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Gills Creek

Virginia · 26.4 mi

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Scruggs #8

Virginia · 26.5 mi

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Marina Point Lane

Virginia · 27.0 mi

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Anthony Ford #4

Virginia · 27.9 mi

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Crazy Horse Marina

Virginia · 28.0 mi

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JESSUP MILL

North Carolina · 28.1 mi

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Parkway Marina

Virginia · 29.1 mi

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Smith Mountain Lake

Virginia · 29.9 mi

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Mitchell's Point Marina

Virginia · 30.7 mi

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Pine Hall

North Carolina · 30.7 mi

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Road 888

Virginia · 30.8 mi

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Indian Point

Virginia · 31.2 mi

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Oak Grove

Virginia · 31.3 mi

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The Landing

Virginia · 31.6 mi

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Hannabass Campground

Virginia · 31.8 mi

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Hales Ford

Virginia · 32.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Stanleytown.

Collinsville, VA1 miFieldale, VA3 miBassett, VA4 miMartinsville, VA5 miHenry, VA8 miRidgeway, VA11 miSpencer, VA11 miPatrick Springs, VA12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Stanleytown, VA?

Top picks near Stanleytown include Hales Ford, Gills Creek, Scruggs #8. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Stanleytown?

Near Stanleytown 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 Stanleytown?

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