West Virginia kayak and canoe launch sites

456 public launch sites in West Virginia from WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. 219 are listed as hand, car-top or carry-in launches. 237 are trailer ramps.

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Waterbodies with the most launches

Elk River (29), West Fork River (25), Guyandotte River (22), South Branch Potomac River (19), Ohio River (18), Greenbrier River (16), New River (15), Kanawha River (15), Little Kanawha River (15), Tygart River (11), Cacapon River (11), Buckhannon River (10), Monongahela River (9), Gauley River (9), Cheat River (8), Bluestone Lake (8), Middle Island Creek (7), Shenandoah River (6), Mud River (6), Big Coal River (6), Little Coal River (6), Coal River (5), Potomac River (5), Tygart Lake (5), Big Sandy Creek (4), Tug Fork (4), East Lynn Lake (4), Back Creek (4), Mill Creek (4), North Branch Potomac River (3)

Launches A to Z

• Albright FOC · Cheat River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Alexander · Buckhannon River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Alum Creek Lions Club Park · Coal River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Boat slide

  Yes

  • Boat slide listed: slide the hull down with a hand on the bow or stern line instead of carrying it. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Anawalt Lake WMA · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Anthony · Greenbrier River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Aquatic Trail Stream Access · Beech Fork · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Arden Bridge · Tygart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Audra State Park · Middle Fork River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Back Fork of Elk River C&R · Back Fork Elk River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Baltimore Run · Elk River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barboursville Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barger Springs · Greenbrier River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barnum · North Branch Potomac River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bear Rock WMA · Bear Rock Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beech Fork Lake Dam · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beech Fork State Park Boat Launch · Beech Fork Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bellepoint · Confluence of Greenbrier and New Rivers · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bendale Bridge · West Fork River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Berwind Lake WMA · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Betheny City Park · Buffalo Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Big Chimney · Elk River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Ditch Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Eddy · Shenandoah River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Big Run Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blackwater Camp 70(2) · Blackwater River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blackwater Pipeline · Blackwater River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bloomery · Shenandoah River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Blue Beach Bridge · South Branch Potomac River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Creek · Elk River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Blue Ford North · South Branch Potomac River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Ford South · South Branch Potomac River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bluestone Lake (Bertha Campground) · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bluestone Lake (Pit Area) · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bluestone Lake Tailwaters · New River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Boat slide

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Boat slide listed: slide the hull down with a hand on the bow or stern line instead of carrying it. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bluestone State Park · Bluestone River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Boley Lake (Babcock SP) · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Boulder/Rangoon · Buckhannon River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Branchland · Guyandotte River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Boat slide

  Yes

  • Boat slide listed: slide the hull down with a hand on the bow or stern line instead of carrying it. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Brandywine Lake Recreation Area · Hawes Run · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Brooke Falls · New River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bruceton Mills Dam · Big Sandy Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Brushy Fork Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buckeye Bridge · Dunkard Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buckeye Bridge · Greenbrier River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buckhannnon City · Buckhannon River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buffalo Boat Ramp · Kanawha River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buffalo Hukill Run Road · Buffalo Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buffalo Lake · Lake Buffalo · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bull Falls Campground · Bluestone Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bulltown Campground · Burnsville Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bulltown Day Use Area · Burnsville Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Burches Run Bridge · Wheeling Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Burnsville Dam · Burnsville Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Burnsville Lake Tailwaters · Little Kanawha River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Burnt Bridge · Tygart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• CJ's Pizza · Black Fork River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• CR 14 Bridge · Guyandotte River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• CR 39 Bridge · Tygart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cabot Station · Little Kanawha River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cacapon Crossing · Cacapon River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cacapon State Park · Cacapon State Park Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Caldwell · Greenbrier River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Camp Brookside · New River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Camp Ceaser Lake · Galde Run · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)
  • Roadside pull-off parking, not a lot: space may be limited. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Camp Run Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Camp Towles · Tygart River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Capon Bridge · Cacapon River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Capon Lake · Cacapon River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Castleman Run Lake WMA · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cedar Branch Campground · Bluestone Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Chapmanville · Guyandotte River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Boat slide

  Yes

  • Boat slide listed: slide the hull down with a hand on the bow or stern line instead of carrying it. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Charles Fork Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Charmco Roadside Park · Meadow River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cheat Lake Ices Ferry Bridge · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cheat Lake Park · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cheat Lake Sunset Beach · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cherry Run · Potomac River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Chesapeake · Kanawha River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Chester City Park · Ohio River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Chief Cornstalk WMA Lake · Chief Cornstalk Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: WV DNR Public Fishing Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

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