Best Places to Kayak Near Barnesville, MD

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

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Top Picks Near Barnesville

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Greenbridge

Standout kayak fishing on Patuxent River - Tridelphia Reservoir

ReservoirBeginner20 mi away
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Tridelphia Lake Recreation Area

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

ReservoirBeginner18 mi away
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Anglers Inn - Canal

A top-rated canal launch on Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

CanalBeginner19 mi away
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Monocacy

Maryland · 3.9 mi

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Black Hill Regional Park boat ramp

Maryland · 4.7 mi

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Dickerson Conservation Park

Maryland · 5.5 mi

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Noland's Ferry

Maryland · 5.9 mi

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Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 7.5 mi

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Seneca Creek State Park - Clopper Lake

Maryland · 8.7 mi

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Whites Ferry

Maryland · 9.0 mi

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Point of Rocks

Maryland · 9.5 mi

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McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Virginia · 9.7 mi

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Edwards Ferry

Maryland · 9.8 mi

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Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 10.1 mi

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Sycamore Landing

Maryland · 10.6 mi

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Seneca Creek Landing - boat ramp

Maryland · 10.7 mi

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Violettes Lock / Lock 23

Maryland · 11.1 mi

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Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 11.5 mi

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Pennyfield Lock

Maryland · 12.3 mi

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Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 14.0 mi

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Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 14.9 mi

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Swains Lock - River

Maryland · 15.1 mi

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Swains Lock - Canal

Maryland · 15.1 mi

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Riverside Park

Maryland · 15.2 mi

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Aqueduct Lock 20 - River

Maryland · 16.8 mi

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Aqueduct Lock 20 - Canal

Maryland · 16.8 mi

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Tridelphia Lake Recreation Area

Maryland · 17.8 mi

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Anglers Inn - Canal

Maryland · 18.5 mi

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Anglers Inn - River

Maryland · 18.5 mi

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Big Branch Recreation Area at Triadelphia Lake

Maryland · 18.6 mi

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Greenbridge

Maryland · 19.5 mi

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Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 19.6 mi

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Pig Tail Recreation Area at Triadelphia Reservoir Lake

Maryland · 19.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Barnesville.

Dickerson, MD2 miBoyds, MD3 miBeallsville, MD4 miPoolesville, MD6 miClarksburg, MD6 miGermantown, MD7 miAdamstown, MD7 miTuscarora, MD8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Barnesville, MD?

Top picks near Barnesville include Greenbridge, Tridelphia Lake Recreation Area, Anglers Inn - Canal. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, canals, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Barnesville?

Near Barnesville 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 Barnesville?

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