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.

30 nearby15 Rivers8 Creeks3 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Blue Ridge Summit

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees1

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner15 mi away
a dock on a lake2

Laurel Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner24 mi away
brown wooden bench near lake during night time3

Long Arm Dam

A top-rated reservoir launch on Long Arm Creek - Long Arm Reservoir

ReservoirBeginner26 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 7.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rocky Ridge / Maryland Rt. 77 Bridge

Maryland · 12.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 12.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kiwanis Park soft access

Maryland · 13.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Double Pipe Creek Park soft access

Maryland · 13.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 14.5 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 15.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rose's Mill Park soft access

Maryland · 15.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 16.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 16.1 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner

Hapes Mill Road soft access

Maryland · 16.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Devil's Backbone Park

Maryland · 18.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 20.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Williamsport

Maryland · 21.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 22.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 22.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Shepherdstown Pike Bridge

Maryland · 22.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

McMahons Mill

Maryland · 23.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Molly's Hole at Antietam National Battlefield

Maryland · 23.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 23.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Laurel Lake

Pennsylvania · 24.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 24.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam 4

Maryland · 24.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam #4

West Virginia · 24.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 25.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Indian Springs WMA / Blairs Valley Lake

Maryland · 25.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Big Slackwater

Maryland · 25.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden bench near lake during night time

Long Arm Dam

Pennsylvania · 25.5 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 25.9 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Four Locks

Maryland · 26.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Blue Ridge Summit.

Cascade, MD2 miSabillasville, MD3 miRouzerville, PA4 miFairfield, PA6 miWaynesboro, PA6 miEmmitsburg, MD7 miQuincy, PA8 miSmithsburg, MD8 mi

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, Laurel Lake, Long Arm Dam. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

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.