Best Places to Kayak Near Beltsville, MD

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

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Supplee Lane Recreation Area

Maryland · 6.3 mi

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Scotts Cove

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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Bladensburg

Maryland · 7.2 mi

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Brown's Bridge Recreation Area

Maryland · 8.2 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Anacostia Park Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 11.2 mi

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Georgetown Visitor Center

District of Columbia · 12.2 mi

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Greenbridge

Maryland · 12.7 mi

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Fletchers Cove

District of Columbia · 13.2 mi

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Columbia Island Marina Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 13.4 mi

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Pig Tail Recreation Area at Triadelphia Reservoir Lake

Maryland · 13.7 mi

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Gravelly Point Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 13.8 mi

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Gravelly Point

Virginia · 13.8 mi

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Davidsonville Park soft access

Maryland · 14.0 mi

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Centennial Lake

Maryland · 14.5 mi

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Big Branch Recreation Area at Triadelphia Lake

Maryland · 15.1 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Capital Cove Marina (Bolling Air Force Base)

District of Columbia · 15.2 mi

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Tridelphia Lake Recreation Area

Maryland · 15.5 mi

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Queen Anne Canoe Launch

Maryland · 16.2 mi

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Wooten's Landing soft access

Maryland · 17.0 mi

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Anglers Inn - Canal

Maryland · 17.6 mi

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Anglers Inn - River

Maryland · 17.6 mi

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Swains Lock - Canal

Maryland · 18.0 mi

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Swains Lock - River

Maryland · 18.1 mi

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Aqueduct Lock 20 - Canal

Maryland · 18.4 mi

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Aqueduct Lock 20 - River

Maryland · 18.4 mi

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Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in

Maryland · 18.7 mi

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Seneca Creek State Park - Clopper Lake

Maryland · 19.9 mi

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Southwest Area Park

Maryland · 20.6 mi

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Pennyfield Lock

Maryland · 20.8 mi

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Jackson's Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 21.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Beltsville include Georgetown Visitor Center, Greenbridge, Scotts Cove. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, reservoirs, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Beltsville?

Near Beltsville 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 Beltsville?

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