Best Places to Kayak Near Townsend, VA

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

30 nearby12 Rivers11 Creeks3 Lakes

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Top Picks Near Townsend

An island in the middle of a body of water

Oyster

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

BayBeginner7 mi away

a black and white photo of a body of water

Back Bay

Open-water sea kayaking access on the bay

BayBeginner38 mi away

a couple of people riding kayaks on top of a river

Owls Creek Municipal

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, ada accessible

InletBeginner25 mi away

tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cape Charles

Virginia · 6.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Oyster

Virginia · 7.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Red Bank

Virginia · 19.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Fox Hill

Virginia · 19.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Messick

Virginia · 21.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

York Haven Marina

Virginia · 23.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Whitehouse Cove Marina

Virginia · 23.2 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Fishing Pier at the Lake

Virginia · 23.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Sunset Creek

Virginia · 24.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Owls Creek Municipal

Virginia · 25.0 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mills Marina

Virginia · 25.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rodgers A. Smith Landing

Virginia · 26.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Town Point

Virginia · 26.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Back Creek Park

Virginia · 26.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Peterson Yatch Basin

Virginia · 27.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wormley Creek Marina

Virginia · 28.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a large body of water surrounded by trees

Gloucester Point

Virginia · 30.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

VIMS Boat Basin

Virginia · 30.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Elizabeth River Park

Virginia · 31.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a river running through a lush green forest

Warehouse

Virginia · 32.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

City Park

Virginia · 33.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Harborton

Virginia · 34.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Windmill Point Landing

Virginia · 34.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rescue Road

Virginia · 35.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Jones Creek

Virginia · 36.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mill Creek

Virginia · 37.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Back Bay

Virginia · 38.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Deep Point

Virginia · 38.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Lawnes Creek

Virginia · 39.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Crane Lake

Virginia · 40.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Townsend.

Capeville, VA1 mi Seaview, VA5 mi Cape Charles, VA7 mi Cheriton, VA7 mi Oyster, VA7 mi Eastville, VA12 mi Machipongo, VA15 mi Birdsnest, VA17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Townsend include Oyster, Back Bay, Owls Creek Municipal. 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 Townsend?

Near Townsend 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 Townsend?

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