Best Places to Kayak Near Stopover, KY

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

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Hatfield-McCoy Park Access

Kentucky · 7.7 mi

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Haffield Bottom Roadside Park

West Virginia · 9.1 mi

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Matewan Carrydown

Kentucky · 9.2 mi

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Grants Branch Fishing Access

Kentucky · 10.4 mi

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Justice

West Virginia · 13.7 mi

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Fishtrap Lake WMA

Kentucky · 13.8 mi

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RD Bailey Lake Tailwaters

West Virginia · 14.2 mi

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Williamson Carrydown

Kentucky · 14.6 mi

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Iaeger

West Virginia · 15.1 mi

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South Williamson Access

Kentucky · 15.3 mi

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a group of boats are in the water

Lick Creek

Kentucky · 15.9 mi

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Wylo

West Virginia · 16.0 mi

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a winding road through a forest

R.D. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 16.7 mi

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Grapevine

Kentucky · 17.1 mi

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Rock House Fork

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Guyandotte Campground

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

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Man

West Virginia · 17.9 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Earling

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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

Upper Pompey Branch Dam

Kentucky · 19.8 mi

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Fishtrap Tailwater

Kentucky · 20.0 mi

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Mouth of Horse Creek

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Horse Creek WMA Lake

West Virginia · 20.2 mi

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Breaks Interstate Park

Kentucky · 20.9 mi

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Maher

West Virginia · 21.7 mi

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Carson Island Access

Kentucky · 21.8 mi

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KY-195 Bridge Access

Kentucky · 21.8 mi

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Elkhorn City Park

Kentucky · 21.8 mi

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Garden Hole Carrydown

Kentucky · 21.9 mi

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Shawnee Island Park

West Virginia · 22.4 mi

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CR 14 Bridge

West Virginia · 22.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Stopover, KY?

Top picks near Stopover include Earling, R.D. Bailey Lake, Lick Creek. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Stopover?

Near Stopover 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 Stopover?

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