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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Point of Rocks

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

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McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Just 10 miles from Barnesville — the closest quality launch

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Brunswick Riverside Park

A top-rated river launch on Potomac River

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Monocacy

Maryland · 3.9 mi

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Park Mills Boat Ramp

Maryland · 4.2 mi

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Black Hill Regional Park boat ramp

Maryland · 4.7 mi

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Black Hill Regional Park soft access

Maryland · 4.8 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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Seneca Creek State Park - Rt. 28 Parking Lot Creek Access

Maryland · 6.9 mi

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Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 7.5 mi

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Seneca Creek State Park - Riffle Ford Road Creek Access

Maryland · 8.5 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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Berryville Road soft access

Maryland · 9.5 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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Lock 29 / Lander

Maryland · 11.4 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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Rock Creek Regional Park at Lake Needwood

Maryland · 15.2 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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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 Point of Rocks, McKimmey (Point of Rocks), Brunswick Riverside Park. 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.