Best Places to Kayak Near Wilsons, VA

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

30 nearby14 Rivers12 Lakes2 Creeks

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Top Picks Near Wilsons

green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Briery Creek- 701 Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Briery Creek Lake

LakeBeginner34 mi away

an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees

Brunswick Lake

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

LakeBeginner23 mi away

Pea Hill

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

LakeBeginner38 mi away

Nottoway County Lake

Virginia · 8.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a large body of water surrounded by trees

The Falls

Virginia · 18.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Lake Chesdin

Virginia · 18.4 mi

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Brunswick Lake

Virginia · 22.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a river running through a lush green forest

Great Creek Watershed

Virginia · 23.5 mi

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Purdy

Virginia · 24.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Wilcox Lake

Virginia · 24.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Amelia Lake

Virginia · 24.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Jarratt

Virginia · 26.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a river with a waterfall in the background

White Bank Park

Virginia · 27.7 mi

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Sandy River Resevoir

Virginia · 28.4 mi

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Dutch Gap

Virginia · 31.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a waterfall with trees in the background

Osborne Pike Landing

Virginia · 31.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Robious Landing

Virginia · 32.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Emporia

Virginia · 32.6 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Upper Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 32.9 mi

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Lower Powhatan Lake

Virginia · 33.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Watkins Landing

Virginia · 33.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Farmers Market

Virginia · 33.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Briery Creek

Virginia · 34.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Meherrin Park

Virginia · 34.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Briery Creek- 701 Landing

Virginia · 34.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Huguenot Bridge

Virginia · 34.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Deep Bottom

Virginia · 35.4 mi

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Ancarrow's Landing

Virginia · 36.1 mi

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Lake Gordon

Virginia · 36.3 mi

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West View

Virginia · 37.7 mi

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Pea Hill

Virginia · 37.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Beaumont

Virginia · 38.0 mi

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Poplar Creek

Virginia · 39.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Wilsons.

Ammon, VA6 mi Ford, VA6 mi Blackstone, VA8 mi Mannboro, VA9 mi Mc Kenney, VA10 mi Church Road, VA11 mi Rawlings, VA11 mi Dewitt, VA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Wilsons include Briery Creek- 701 Landing, Brunswick Lake, Pea Hill. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Wilsons?

Near Wilsons 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 Wilsons?

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