Best Places to Kayak Near Bakerton, WV

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

30 nearby24 Rivers4 Creeks2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Bakerton

Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss1

Shaperds Town

Just 5 miles from Bakerton — the closest quality launch

RiverBeginner5 mi away
a boat is floating in the water at sunset2

Brunswick Riverside Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

RiverBeginner9 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Millville (below dam)

A top-rated river launch on Shenandoah River

RiverBeginner6 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 1.2 mi

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Dam #3

West Virginia · 2.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 2.4 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lock 34

Maryland · 2.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 2.9 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 4.0 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 5.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 5.4 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 6.2 mi

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Molly's Hole at Antietam National Battlefield

Maryland · 6.2 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 6.6 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 7.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 7.1 mi

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

Millville

West Virginia · 7.3 mi

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Shepherdstown Pike Bridge

Maryland · 7.4 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 7.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 8.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 8.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 9.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 9.4 mi

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Dam #4

West Virginia · 9.6 mi

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Dam 4

Maryland · 9.8 mi

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

Shannondale Springs Water Management Area Access

West Virginia · 10.0 mi

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Big Slackwater

Maryland · 10.5 mi

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Stone Bridge

West Virginia · 10.5 mi

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Rt 45 Bridge

West Virginia · 10.7 mi

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Lock 29 / Lander

Maryland · 11.5 mi

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a river with a waterfall in the background

Meyerstown

West Virginia · 11.8 mi

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McMahons Mill

Maryland · 12.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Bakerton.

Harpers Ferry, WV3 miHalltown, WV4 miMillville, WV5 miShepherdstown, WV5 miSharpsburg, MD6 miBrownsville, MD6 miKnoxville, MD6 miShenandoah Junction, WV7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Bakerton, WV?

Top picks near Bakerton include Shaperds Town, Brunswick Riverside Park, Millville (below dam). In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Bakerton?

Near Bakerton 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 Bakerton?

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