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Boat ramps on Kanawha River

Kanawha River in West Virginia has 5 public launches in our directory. , 5 are fishing piers or access sites.

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  1. Marmet Lock and Dam Fishing Area

    Charleston
    Fishing pier
  2. Marmet Lock and Dam Fishing Area (Downstream)

    Charleston
    Fishing pier
  3. Mouth of the Elk Fishing Area

    Charleston
    Fishing pier
  4. Wheelchair Access Fishing Pier (Southwest)

    Charleston
    Fishing pier
  5. Wheelchair Access Fishing Pier (Southwest 2)

    Charleston
    Fishing pier

Before you head to Kanawha River

Illustration: a public boat ramp with a floating dock on a wide river
Illustration of a river boat access, not a photo of Kanawha River
Launches5
Fishing piers and access5
TownsCharleston

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Kanawha River: questions and answers

Where can you launch a boat on Kanawha River?

We list 5 public launches on Kanawha River near Charleston: Marmet Lock and Dam Fishing Area, Marmet Lock and Dam Fishing Area (Downstream), Mouth of the Elk Fishing Area, Wheelchair Access Fishing Pier (Southwest) and Wheelchair Access Fishing Pier (Southwest 2).

Are the boat ramps on Kanawha River free?

The map data has no fee details for the launches on Kanawha River; local ramps are often free, while park and Corps of Engineers ramps often charge.

Can you kayak on Kanawha River?

There's no dedicated kayak launch on Kanawha River in our data, so use the edge of a boat ramp or the end of a dock and keep the lane free.

Is there a fishing pier on Kanawha River?

Yes: Marmet Lock and Dam Fishing Area, Marmet Lock and Dam Fishing Area (Downstream), Mouth of the Elk Fishing Area and Wheelchair Access Fishing Pier (Southwest).

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