Paddling in Virginia

Explore 324 kayak launches, boat ramps, and paddling destinations across Virginia.

324 locations170 Rivers103 Lakes23 Reservoirs

Best Paddling in Virginia

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Bentonville Low Water Bridge

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Front Royal Boat Landing

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Oyster

Virginia · ~0 mi from Oyster

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Queens Sound

Virginia · ~3 mi from Chincoteague Island

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Princess Anne Water Management Area

Virginia · ~5 mi from Knotts Island

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Back Bay

Virginia · ~8 mi from Knotts Island

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Whitehouse Cove Marina

Virginia · ~1 mi from Poquoson

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Owls Creek Municipal

Virginia · ~2 mi from Virginia Beach

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Lake Burke

Virginia · ~0 mi from Fairfax Station

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Crane Lake

Virginia · ~1 mi from Suffolk

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Hardy Ford

Virginia · ~1 mi from Hardy

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Briery Creek- 701 Landing

Virginia · ~1 mi from Hampden Sydney

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Butler Tract Lake

Virginia · ~1 mi from Suffolk

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Brunswick Lake

Virginia · ~1 mi from Freeman

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Lake of the Woods

Virginia · ~1 mi from Locust Grove

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Rural Retreat Lake

Virginia · ~1 mi from Rural Retreat

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Halesford Harbor

Virginia · ~2 mi from Moneta

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Lovill's Creek

Virginia · ~2 mi from Cana

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Pea Hill

Virginia · ~2 mi from Valentines

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Peterson Yatch Basin

Virginia · ~2 mi from Hampton

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VDOT Area Headquarters

Virginia · ~2 mi from Ladysmith

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Harbor Trail

Virginia · ~2 mi from Moneta

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Harry DeHaven Park

Virginia · ~2 mi from Newbern

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Lake Caroline

Virginia · ~2 mi from Ladysmith

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Lake Nelson

Virginia · ~2 mi from Arrington

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Lake Orange

Virginia · ~2 mi from Woodberry Forest

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Magnum Point Marina

Virginia · ~2 mi from Union Hall

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Webster Marine Center

Virginia · ~2 mi from Moneta

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American Legion

Virginia · ~2 mi from Stratford

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Briery Creek

Virginia · ~3 mi from Hampden Sydney

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Gardy's Mill Pond

Virginia · ~2 mi from Callao

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Hales Ford

Virginia · ~3 mi from Moneta

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Hidden Valley Lake

Virginia · ~3 mi from Lebanon

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Lake Curtis

Virginia · ~2 mi from Hartwood

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Lake Monticello Marina

Virginia · ~2 mi from Palmyra

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Lake Pelham

Virginia · ~3 mi from Culpeper

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Lake Shenandoah

Virginia · ~2 mi from Penn Laird

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Philpott Marina

Virginia · ~2 mi from Bassett

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Waterwheel Marina

Virginia · ~2 mi from Moneta

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Beaver Creek Lake

Virginia · ~3 mi from Crozet

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Lake Albemarle

Virginia · ~3 mi from White Hall

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Lake Frederick

Virginia · ~3 mi from White Post

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Poplar Creek

Virginia · ~3 mi from Ebony

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Anthony Ford #4

Virginia · ~3 mi from Sandy Level

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Gills Creek

Virginia · ~3 mi from Union Hall

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Hannabass Campground

Virginia · ~3 mi from Moneta

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Lake Chesdin

Virginia · ~3 mi from Sutherland

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Scruggs #8

Virginia · ~3 mi from Union Hall

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Bark Camp Lake

Virginia · ~3 mi from Dungannon

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Dublin

Virginia · ~3 mi from Dublin

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Hungry Mother State Park

Virginia · ~3 mi from Marion

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Marina Point Lane

Virginia · ~3 mi from Union Hall

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Oak Grove

Virginia · ~3 mi from Moneta

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Penhook #9

Virginia · ~3 mi from Union Hall

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Salthouse Branch Park

Virginia · ~3 mi from Henry

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Indian Point

Virginia · ~4 mi from Moneta

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Mountain Run Lake

Virginia · ~4 mi from Culpeper

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Burnt Mills

Virginia · ~4 mi from Suffolk

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Lake Gordon

Virginia · ~4 mi from South Hill

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Walnut Run

Virginia · ~4 mi from Moneta

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak in Virginia?

Virginia has 324 public kayak launch points listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include rivers, lakes, reservoirs, creeks, bays.

Are there beginner-friendly paddling spots in Virginia?

Yes! Many of the 324 beginner-rated locations in Virginia offer calm waters and easy boat ramp access, making them perfect for new paddlers.

Do I need a permit to kayak in Virginia?

Permit requirements vary by location. Most public boat ramps in Virginia are free to access, though some state parks may charge an entrance or parking fee. Check individual location details for specific requirements.