Best Places to Kayak Near Brooklyn, MD

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

30 nearby11 Creeks9 Rivers3 Inlets
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Top Picks Near Brooklyn

red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime1

Baltimore County Sailing Center

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

InletBeginner11 mi away
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime2

Rocky Point

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

InletBeginner11 mi away
a body of water surrounded by a forest3

Boat Dock Road

Standout kayak fishing on North Branch Patapsco River - Liberty Lake

LakeBeginner19 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Southwest Area Park

Maryland · 0.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Broening Park

Maryland · 1.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Middle Branch Park - soft access (west)

Maryland · 1.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Canton Waterfront Park

Maryland · 3.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Armistead

Maryland · 4.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Turner Station Park

Maryland · 5.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Merritt Park

Maryland · 6.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chesterwood Park

Maryland · 6.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Watersedge Park

Maryland · 6.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Inverness Park

Maryland · 6.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Smallwood Park - soft access

Maryland · 8.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cox Point Park

Maryland · 9.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime

Baltimore County Sailing Center

Maryland · 11.2 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hawthorne Park

Maryland · 11.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime

Rocky Point

Maryland · 11.4 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wilson Point Park

Maryland · 11.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Downs Park - Locust Cove soft access

Maryland · 12.5 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Centennial Lake

Maryland · 13.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bowleys Marina

Maryland · 13.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Gunpowder Falls State Park

Maryland · 16.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Loch Raven Fishing Center

Maryland · 16.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Supplee Lane Recreation Area

Maryland · 16.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Scotts Cove

Maryland · 16.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gunpowder Falls State Park - Hammerman Day Use Area

Maryland · 16.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tucker Street

Maryland · 17.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jonas Green Park

Maryland · 17.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mariner Point Park - soft access (south)

Maryland · 18.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mariner Point Park boat ramp

Maryland · 18.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Oasis Marina

Maryland · 18.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Boat Dock Road

Maryland · 18.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Brooklyn.

Linthicum Heights, MD3 miCurtis Bay, MD3 miHalethorpe, MD4 miBaltimore, MD5 miGlen Burnie, MD5 miElkridge, MD5 miDundalk, MD6 miHarmans, MD7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Brooklyn include Baltimore County Sailing Center, Rocky Point, Boat Dock Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, inlets.

What types of paddling can I do near Brooklyn?

Near Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn?

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