Best Places to Kayak Near Stephenson, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Stephenson

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Front Royal Boat Landing

A top-rated river launch on Shenandoah River

RiverBeginner20 mi away
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes2

Lake Frederick

Standout kayak fishing on Wheatlands Lake

LakeBeginner11 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Millville (below dam)

A top-rated river launch on Shenandoah River

RiverBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 8.4 mi

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

Lockes

Virginia · 9.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Lake Frederick

Virginia · 11.2 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

Berry's

Virginia · 11.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Castleman's Ferry

Virginia · 12.0 mi

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McCubbins Ford

West Virginia · 12.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a waterfall in the background

Meyerstown

West Virginia · 13.2 mi

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

Shannondale Springs Water Management Area Access

West Virginia · 14.8 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 15.5 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 15.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Shanghai

West Virginia · 16.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Morgan's Ford

Virginia · 16.6 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 16.9 mi

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

Millville

West Virginia · 17.2 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 17.3 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 17.3 mi

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

Catletts Ford Landing

Virginia · 17.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person surfing in the sea

Riverton

Virginia · 18.0 mi

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Poor House Farm Park

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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Capon Bridge

West Virginia · 19.3 mi

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Stone Bridge

West Virginia · 19.3 mi

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Hooks Mill

West Virginia · 19.9 mi

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

Yellow Springs North

West Virginia · 20.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Jones Springs

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

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

Front Royal Boat Landing

Virginia · 20.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Edwards Run

West Virginia · 20.2 mi

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Edwards Run

West Virginia · 20.2 mi

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Rt 45 Bridge

West Virginia · 20.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Front Royal

Virginia · 20.6 mi

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Dam #3

West Virginia · 20.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Stephenson.

Brucetown, VA4 miClear Brook, VA5 miRidgeway, WV7 miBerryville, VA7 miSummit Point, WV8 miWinchester, VA8 miBunker Hill, WV9 miMillwood, VA9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Stephenson include Front Royal Boat Landing, Lake Frederick, Millville (below dam). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Stephenson?

Near Stephenson 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 Stephenson?

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