Canoe & Kajak access only, a kayak and canoe launch on Shenandoah River, is located in Charles Town. Arlington is the nearest big city, about 46 miles away. The next kayak launch is Kayak Launch in Stephens City in Stephens City, about 20 miles away.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Charles Town, WV |
| Water | Shenandoah River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Before driving to Canoe & Kajak access only, check closures with West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.
Step by step: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
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Illustration Paddlers
Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide Illustration Life jackets
What the Coast Guard requires on kayaks and canoes, and kids' vests with head support.
Life jacket rulesLaunched here recently? Even a short note on parking or the dock helps the next boater.
Canoe & Kajak access only is in Charles Town, West Virginia. There is no street address for Canoe & Kajak access only in our data, but the map pin marks the launch itself.
Shenandoah River, in Charles Town.
No fee information yet for Canoe & Kajak access only, so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
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