Best Places to Kayak Near Tornado, WV

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

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Meadowood Park

West Virginia · 0.5 mi

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Pettigrew Lake

West Virginia · 0.7 mi

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River Bend

West Virginia · 1.3 mi

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Lower Falls

West Virginia · 2.9 mi

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Alum Creek Lions Club Park

West Virginia · 3.2 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

St. Albans Roadside Park

West Virginia · 3.8 mi

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St. Albans Coal River Group

West Virginia · 3.9 mi

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a winding road through a forest

Shawnee State Park

West Virginia · 5.2 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Nitro

West Virginia · 5.3 mi

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The Forks of Coal

West Virginia · 5.3 mi

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

Ridenoor Lake

West Virginia · 5.6 mi

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A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Dunbar

West Virginia · 6.3 mi

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Anderson Lake

West Virginia · 7.0 mi

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Sproul (Brier Crk)

West Virginia · 7.7 mi

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a river with trees on the side

South Charleston

West Virginia · 8.2 mi

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Poca

West Virginia · 10.0 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Raymond City

West Virginia · 10.2 mi

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Hurricane WS Reservoir

West Virginia · 10.5 mi

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Lower Waterways Park

West Virginia · 10.6 mi

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Upper Waterways Park

West Virginia · 10.7 mi

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Kanawha State Forest Pond

West Virginia · 11.6 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

C&P Telephone

West Virginia · 11.9 mi

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Dartmont Park

West Virginia · 12.2 mi

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Winfield Locks & Dam Tailwater Access

West Virginia · 13.5 mi

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Don R. Kuhn

West Virginia · 13.7 mi

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Winfield Bridge

West Virginia · 13.9 mi

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

Daniel Boone Park

West Virginia · 14.3 mi

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Coonskin Park Boat Slide

West Virginia · 14.7 mi

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Coonskin Park Pond

West Virginia · 14.8 mi

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USACE Marmet Locks and Dam Tailwater Access

West Virginia · 16.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Tornado, WV?

Top picks near Tornado include Ridenoor Lake, C&P Telephone, St. Albans Roadside Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Tornado?

Near Tornado 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 Tornado?

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