Best Places to Kayak Near Union, WV

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

30 nearby21 Rivers8 Lakes1 Inlet
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Top Picks Near Union

Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway1

Moncove Lake State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Moncove Lale

InletBeginner10 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

Bluestone Lake

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

LakeBeginner22 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains3

Tuckahoe Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

LakeBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moncove Lake State Park

West Virginia · 9.7 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Ronceverte South

West Virginia · 10.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Roncerverte City Park

West Virginia · 11.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Fort Spring

West Virginia · 12.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

St Rt 3 Bridge at Alderson

West Virginia · 12.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with trees on the side

Talcott

West Virginia · 13.3 mi

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

Barger Springs

West Virginia · 14.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Caldwell

West Virginia · 15.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Willowwood

West Virginia · 16.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

I-64 Bridge - Greenbrier River

West Virginia · 16.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains

Tuckahoe Lake

West Virginia · 17.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Indian Creek Campground

West Virginia · 18.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Indian Creek (Lawson's)

West Virginia · 18.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Cedar Branch Campground

West Virginia · 18.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Dickinson Hollow

West Virginia · 18.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Bertha Campground

West Virginia · 19.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person surfing in the sea

Snidow Park Landing

Virginia · 19.4 mi

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

Whitt-Riverbend

Virginia · 19.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Shanklins Ferry Campground Upper

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bluestone Lake Tailwaters

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bluestone Lake Tailwaters West

West Virginia · 20.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a waterfall in the background

State Route 30 and 3 Bridge

West Virginia · 20.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Shanklins Ferry Campground

West Virginia · 20.3 mi

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

Bluff City

Virginia · 21.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with a waterfall in the background

New River

West Virginia · 21.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bull Falls Campground

West Virginia · 21.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Bluestone Lake

West Virginia · 21.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Rich Creek

Virginia · 21.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Camp Brookside

West Virginia · 22.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bluestone State Park

West Virginia · 22.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Union.

Wolfcreek, WV5 miSinks Grove, WV6 miSecondcreek, WV8 miGap Mills, WV8 miLindside, WV9 miWaiteville, WV9 miGreenville, WV9 miRonceverte, WV12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Union include Moncove Lake State Park, Bluestone Lake, Tuckahoe Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, inlets.

What types of paddling can I do near Union?

Near Union 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 Union?

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