Best Places to Kayak Near Tazewell, VA

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

30 nearby18 Rivers10 Lakes1 Reservoir

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Top Picks Near Tazewell

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

Jimmy Lewis Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner18 mi away

an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Rural Retreat Lake

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

LakeBeginner21 mi away

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, fishing pier

LakeBeginner15 mi away

Berwind Lake Water Management Area

West Virginia · 15.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Hungry Mother State Park

Virginia · 16.3 mi

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Jimmy Lewis Lake

West Virginia · 18.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Laurel Bed Lake

Virginia · 19.1 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Saltville

Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Rural Retreat Lake

Virginia · 20.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

James P. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 22.2 mi

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Kee Reservoir

West Virginia · 23.1 mi

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

Clinch Mountain Landing

Virginia · 23.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

North Fork Brush Creek (North Fork Brush Creek)

West Virginia · 23.4 mi

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North Fork Brush Creek (Glenwood Lake)

West Virginia · 24.4 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Blackford Bridge

Virginia · 25.1 mi

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Puckett's Hole

Virginia · 29.4 mi

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Nash's Ford

Virginia · 32.9 mi

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Hidden Valley Lake

Virginia · 36.3 mi

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Ivanhoe

Virginia · 36.7 mi

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R.D. Bailey Lake

West Virginia · 36.8 mi

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Austinville

Virginia · 37.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Loafers Rest

Virginia · 37.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Cleveland Park

Virginia · 37.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a waterfall with trees in the background

Mouth of Wilson

Virginia · 37.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bridle Creek

Virginia · 38.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Whitaker Hollow Park

Virginia · 39.2 mi

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

Byllesby Pool

Virginia · 39.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Glen Lyn

Virginia · 40.2 mi

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Riverside

Virginia · 40.4 mi

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Avens

Virginia · 41.1 mi

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Carterton

Virginia · 41.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Narrows

Virginia · 41.6 mi

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Oldtown

Virginia · 41.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Tazewell.

North Tazewell, VA3 mi Bishop, VA7 mi Horsepen, VA8 mi Bandy, VA9 mi Amonate, VA9 mi Burkes Garden, VA9 mi Squire, WV10 mi Ceres, VA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Tazewell include Jimmy Lewis Lake, Rural Retreat Lake, Berwind Lake Water Management Area. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Tazewell?

Near Tazewell 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 Tazewell?

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