Best Places to Kayak Near Blue Ridge Summit, PA

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

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Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 7.1 mi

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Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 12.9 mi

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Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 14.5 mi

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Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 15.0 mi

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Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 16.0 mi

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210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 16.1 mi

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Riverside Park

Maryland · 20.1 mi

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Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 22.4 mi

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Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 22.4 mi

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Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 23.8 mi

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Laurel Lake

Pennsylvania · 24.1 mi

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Snyders Landing

Maryland · 24.4 mi

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Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 25.1 mi

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Long Arm Dam

Pennsylvania · 25.5 mi

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Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 25.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 26.7 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 26.8 mi

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Lime Kiln

Maryland · 27.3 mi

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Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 27.7 mi

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Codorus State Park Black Rock Bridge

Pennsylvania · 28.6 mi

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Dargan Bend

Maryland · 28.9 mi

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Letterkenny Reservoir

Pennsylvania · 29.2 mi

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Codorus State Park Wonder Cove

Pennsylvania · 29.2 mi

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36 LAKE MEADE DR

Pennsylvania · 29.3 mi

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Fannettsburg Dam

Pennsylvania · 29.8 mi

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Codorus State Park Smith Station Road

Pennsylvania · 29.9 mi

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Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 30.0 mi

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Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 30.0 mi

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Codorus State Park Hidden Cove

Pennsylvania · 30.1 mi

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Codorus State Park Mooring Cove

Pennsylvania · 30.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Blue Ridge Summit, PA?

Top picks near Blue Ridge Summit include Greenbrier State Park, Shaperds Town, Fannettsburg Dam. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Blue Ridge Summit?

Near Blue Ridge Summit 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 Blue Ridge Summit?

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