Best Places to Kayak Near California, MD

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

30 nearby10 Rivers8 Creeks7 Bays
← All paddling in Maryland

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

Myrtle Point Park soft launch

Maryland · 2.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 3.0 mi

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Clarkes Landing

Maryland · 3.1 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 3.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 3.7 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 3.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Spring Cove Marina

Maryland · 4.4 mi

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Great Mills Canoe/Kayak Launch

Maryland · 4.7 mi

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Greenwell State Park

Maryland · 4.9 mi

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Camp Calvert Landing

Maryland · 5.4 mi

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Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (soft access)

Maryland · 5.8 mi

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Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 5.9 mi

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (South)

Maryland · 6.3 mi

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum day-use pier

Maryland · 6.3 mi

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A stream running through a lush green forest

K. B. Derr & Son

Maryland · 6.5 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 6.8 mi

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Port of Leonardtown Park

Maryland · 6.8 mi

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (North)

Maryland · 7.1 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Island Creek Marina

Maryland · 7.6 mi

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

Lens Marina

Maryland · 7.8 mi

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Snow Hill Waterfront Park - soft access

Maryland · 8.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 8.6 mi

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Nan's Cove soft access

Maryland · 8.6 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Combs Creek Marina

Maryland · 9.1 mi

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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

Newtowne Neck State Park soft access

Maryland · 9.6 mi

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Newtowne Neck State Park Paddle-In Campsite (East)

Maryland · 10.0 mi

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Newtowne Neck State Park Paddle-In Campsite (West)

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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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 rivers, creeks, bays.

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.