Best Places to Kayak Near California, MD

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

30 nearby12 Creeks11 Rivers2 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near California

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

Tall Timbers Landing

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

InletBeginner9 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees2

St. Mary's River State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Evitts Pond

LakeBeginner3 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset3

Forest Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

ReservoirBeginner4 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 3.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 3.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 3.7 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 3.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Spring Cove Marina

Maryland · 4.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A stream running through a lush green forest

K. B. Derr & Son

Maryland · 6.5 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 6.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Island Creek Marina

Maryland · 7.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A row of boats sitting on top of a grass covered field

Lens Marina

Maryland · 7.8 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 8.6 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Combs Creek Marina

Maryland · 9.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fitzies Marina

Maryland · 9.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

St. Mary's College of Maryland - James P. Muldoon River Center

Maryland · 9.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 11.3 mi

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

Coles Point

Virginia · 12.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cather Marine

Maryland · 13.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

St. Clement's Island Museum

Maryland · 13.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Coltons Point Marina

Maryland · 13.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Paul Ellis Landing

Maryland · 14.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

St. Inigoes Landing

Maryland · 14.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bushwood Cove

Maryland · 14.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Drury's Marina

Maryland · 16.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Hallowing Point

Maryland · 16.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Captico Wharf

Maryland · 16.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Buzz's Marina

Maryland · 16.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tyler Cove

Maryland · 16.7 mi

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

Captain Johns Crabhouse and Marina

Maryland · 17.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hatton Creek

Maryland · 17.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of boats on a lake

Smithville

Maryland · 18.2 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of California.

Great Mills, MD3 miHollywood, MD4 miSolomons, MD5 miDowell, MD5 miCallaway, MD5 miPatuxent River, MD5 miLexington Park, MD6 miLeonardtown, MD6 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near California include Tall Timbers Landing, St. Mary's River State Park, Forest Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near California?

Near California 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 California?

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