Best Places to Kayak Near Virginia Beach, VA

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

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Top Picks Near Virginia Beach

An island in the middle of a body of water1

Oyster

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

BayBeginner30 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway2

Tulls Creek Boat Ramp

Open-water sea kayaking access on Northwest River (Tull Bay Creek)

BayBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway3

Brumley Road

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

BayBeginner24 mi away
a couple of people riding kayaks on top of a river

Owls Creek Municipal

Virginia · 2.1 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Fishing Pier at the Lake

Virginia · 10.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a black and white photo of a body of water

Back Bay

Virginia · 15.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Elizabeth River Park

Virginia · 17.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Princess Anne Water Management Area

Virginia · 18.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
body of water between trees

City Park

Virginia · 21.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
plants near body of water

Sunset Creek

Virginia · 23.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Brumley Road

North Carolina · 24.1 mi

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

Fox Hill

Virginia · 24.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Shingle Landing

North Carolina · 24.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Peterson Yatch Basin

Virginia · 24.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Tulls Creek Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 25.0 mi

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

Messick

Virginia · 26.4 mi

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

Poyners Road

North Carolina · 27.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cape Charles

Virginia · 28.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Whitehouse Cove Marina

Virginia · 29.7 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

York Haven Marina

Virginia · 29.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
An island in the middle of a body of water

Oyster

Virginia · 30.3 mi

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

Rodgers A. Smith Landing

Virginia · 31.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Crane Lake

Virginia · 32.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Butler Tract Lake

Virginia · 33.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Jones Creek

Virginia · 33.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Rescue Road

Virginia · 33.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Coinjock

North Carolina · 34.2 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Mills Marina

Virginia · 34.6 mi

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

Back Creek Park

Virginia · 35.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Western Branch

Virginia · 35.5 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Burnt Mills

Virginia · 35.8 mi

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

Wormley Creek Marina

Virginia · 36.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees around it

Sawyers Creek

North Carolina · 37.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Virginia Beach.

Chesapeake, VA17 miNorfolk, VA17 miFort Monroe, VA21 miPortsmouth, VA22 miKnotts Island, NC23 miTownsend, VA23 miCapeville, VA24 miHampton, VA26 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Virginia Beach, VA?

Top picks near Virginia Beach include Oyster, Tulls Creek Boat Ramp, Brumley Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Virginia Beach?

Near Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach?

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