Best Places to Kayak Near Wayside, WV

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

30 nearby23 Rivers6 Lakes1 Inlet
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Top Picks Near Wayside

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Moncove Lake State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Moncove Lale

InletBeginner22 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees2

Bluestone Lake

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

LakeBeginner9 mi away
an aerial view of a lake surrounded by mountains3

Tuckahoe Lake

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

LakeBeginner27 mi away
A bridge over a body of water with trees in the background

Barger Springs

West Virginia · 2.2 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Talcott

West Virginia · 3.9 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Willowwood

West Virginia · 4.8 mi

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Bertha Campground

West Virginia · 7.4 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Dickinson Hollow

West Virginia · 7.6 mi

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Indian Creek Campground

West Virginia · 7.7 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Cedar Branch Campground

West Virginia · 8.5 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

State Route 30 and 3 Bridge

West Virginia · 8.6 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Bluestone Lake

West Virginia · 9.4 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

New River

West Virginia · 10.3 mi

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an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Shanklins Ferry Campground

West Virginia · 10.7 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

Brooke Falls

West Virginia · 12.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Bluestone River

West Virginia · 12.3 mi

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Sandstone

West Virginia · 14.3 mi

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Rich Creek

Virginia · 16.1 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Glen Lyn

Virginia · 16.5 mi

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

Bluff City

Virginia · 17.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Meadow Creek

West Virginia · 17.8 mi

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Narrows

Virginia · 18.1 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Roncerverte City Park

West Virginia · 18.5 mi

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

Whitt-Riverbend

Virginia · 19.0 mi

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Snidow Park Landing

Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Moncove Lake State Park

West Virginia · 21.5 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Glade Creek Campground

West Virginia · 21.9 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

I-64 Bridge - Greenbrier River

West Virginia · 24.0 mi

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a river with rocks and trees

Grandview Sandbar Campground

West Virginia · 24.8 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

McCreery

West Virginia · 25.9 mi

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River flowing between hills under a clear blue sky

Thayer Acces Point

West Virginia · 26.4 mi

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A river running through a lush green forest

Hines

West Virginia · 26.6 mi

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Tuckahoe Lake

West Virginia · 27.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Wayside.

Talcott, WV4 miForest Hill, WV4 miPence Springs, WV6 miGreenville, WV6 miBallard, WV7 miWolfcreek, WV8 miHinton, WV8 miAlderson, WV10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Wayside 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 Wayside?

Near Wayside 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 Wayside?

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