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

Shaperds Town

A top-rated river launch on Potomac River

RiverBeginner23 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 8.4 mi

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

Lockes

Virginia · 9.6 mi

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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

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a river running through a lush green forest

Castleman's Ferry

Virginia · 12.0 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

Meyerstown

West Virginia · 13.2 mi

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

Shannondale Springs Water Management Area Access

West Virginia · 14.8 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 15.5 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 15.9 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Morgan's Ford

Virginia · 16.6 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 16.9 mi

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

Millville

West Virginia · 17.2 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 17.3 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 17.3 mi

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

Catletts Ford Landing

Virginia · 17.5 mi

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a person surfing in the sea

Riverton

Virginia · 18.0 mi

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

Yellow Springs North

West Virginia · 20.0 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Jones Springs

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

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

Front Royal Boat Landing

Virginia · 20.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Front Royal

Virginia · 20.6 mi

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

Strasburg Landing

Virginia · 20.7 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lock 34

Maryland · 21.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 21.4 mi

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

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 21.9 mi

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

Yellow Springs

West Virginia · 22.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 22.1 mi

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a winding road through a forest

C-17 Bloomery Run

West Virginia · 22.4 mi

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

Deer Rapids

Virginia · 22.6 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 22.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 22.8 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, Shaperds Town. 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.