Best Places to Kayak Near Upperville, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Upperville

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Front Royal Boat Landing

A top-rated river launch on Shenandoah River

RiverBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Bentonville Low Water Bridge

A top-rated river launch on Shenandoah River

RiverBeginner24 mi away
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Lake Frederick

Standout kayak fishing on Wheatlands Lake

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Berry's

Virginia · 7.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Castleman's Ferry

Virginia · 8.6 mi

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

Lockes

Virginia · 8.6 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Morgan's Ford

Virginia · 13.7 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

Meyerstown

West Virginia · 14.2 mi

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a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Lake Frederick

Virginia · 15.6 mi

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

Shannondale Springs Water Management Area Access

West Virginia · 15.7 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 17.8 mi

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

Front Royal Boat Landing

Virginia · 17.8 mi

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Riverton

Virginia · 17.9 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 18.1 mi

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

Millville

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 18.7 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 19.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Front Royal

Virginia · 19.1 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 19.5 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Lake Brittle

Virginia · 20.0 mi

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

Catletts Ford Landing

Virginia · 20.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Whites Ferry

Maryland · 21.7 mi

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

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 21.9 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Karo

Virginia · 22.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Edwards Ferry

Maryland · 22.5 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Simpson's Landing

Virginia · 22.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 23.9 mi

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Lock 34

Maryland · 24.0 mi

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

Bentonville Low Water Bridge

Virginia · 24.4 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Sycamore Landing

Maryland · 24.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 25.0 mi

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Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 25.2 mi

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Dickerson Conservation Park

Maryland · 25.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Upperville include Front Royal Boat Landing, Bentonville Low Water Bridge, Lake Frederick. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, canals, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Upperville?

Near Upperville 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 Upperville?

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