Best Places to Kayak Near Bloomington, MD

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

30 nearby12 Creeks10 Lakes7 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Bloomington

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Howell Run

Standout kayak fishing on Jennings Randolph Lake

LakeBeginner5 mi away
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Deep Creek Lake State Park

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

LakeBeginner11 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Romney Bridge

A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River

CreekBeginner21 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Barnum

West Virginia · 2.3 mi

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Westernport soft access

Maryland · 3.6 mi

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Big Run State Park boat ramp

Maryland · 4.0 mi

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Jennings Randolph Lake

Maryland · 4.8 mi

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Howell Run

West Virginia · 5.4 mi

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McCoole soft access

Maryland · 7.2 mi

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Keyser

West Virginia · 8.1 mi

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Gary Yoder soft access (formerly Black Oak Bottom)

Maryland · 9.2 mi

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New Germany State Park

Maryland · 10.1 mi

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Deep Creek Lake State Park

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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Larenim Park Lake

West Virginia · 14.3 mi

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Broadford Recreational Park

Maryland · 14.9 mi

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Patterson Creek Larenim Park

West Virginia · 15.1 mi

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Headsville

West Virginia · 15.4 mi

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New Creek Lake, Dam #14

West Virginia · 15.4 mi

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Hoyes Run

Maryland · 16.2 mi

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Sang Run

Maryland · 17.5 mi

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Herrington Manor State Park

Maryland · 18.3 mi

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Allegany County Fairgrounds Boat Access

Maryland · 18.4 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake

West Virginia · 18.9 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake Fishing Pier

West Virginia · 18.9 mi

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Potomac River Industrial Park boat ramp

Maryland · 19.7 mi

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Friendsville Community Town Park

Maryland · 19.7 mi

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Crellin Bridge soft access

Maryland · 19.8 mi

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Fort Mill Ridge Water Management Area

West Virginia · 20.6 mi

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South Access

Pennsylvania · 20.7 mi

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

Hanging Rock

West Virginia · 20.7 mi

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

Romney Bridge

West Virginia · 20.7 mi

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Eugene Mason Sports Complex Boat Access

Maryland · 20.8 mi

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Wiley Ford

West Virginia · 20.8 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Bloomington.

Luke, MD3 miPiedmont, WV4 miWesternport, MD4 miBarton, MD6 miSwanton, MD7 miKeyser, WV8 miKitzmiller, MD8 miElk Garden, WV9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Bloomington include Howell Run, Deep Creek Lake State Park, Romney Bridge. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Bloomington?

Near Bloomington 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 Bloomington?

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