Best Places to Kayak Near Cascade, MD

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

30 nearby17 Rivers8 Creeks2 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Cascade

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees1

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner13 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Shaperds Town

A top-rated river launch on Potomac River

RiverBeginner25 mi away
a dock on a lake3

Long Pine

Standout kayak fishing on Long Pine Reservoir

ReservoirBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 6.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kiwanis Park soft access

Maryland · 11.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 12.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rocky Ridge / Maryland Rt. 77 Bridge

Maryland · 12.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 13.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rose's Mill Park soft access

Maryland · 13.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Double Pipe Creek Park soft access

Maryland · 14.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 15.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 16.0 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Devil's Backbone Park

Maryland · 16.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hapes Mill Road soft access

Maryland · 17.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 17.8 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 19.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Williamsport

Maryland · 19.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 20.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 20.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Shepherdstown Pike Bridge

Maryland · 20.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

McMahons Mill

Maryland · 21.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Molly's Hole at Antietam National Battlefield

Maryland · 21.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 22.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 22.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam 4

Maryland · 22.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam #4

West Virginia · 23.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Big Slackwater

Maryland · 23.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Indian Springs WMA / Blairs Valley Lake

Maryland · 23.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 24.0 mi

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

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 24.0 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 24.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Four Locks

Maryland · 24.8 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 24.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Cascade.

Blue Ridge Summit, PA2 miSabillasville, MD2 miRouzerville, PA3 miWaynesboro, PA5 miSmithsburg, MD6 miCavetown, MD6 miFairfield, PA7 miQuincy, PA8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Cascade include Greenbrier State Park, Shaperds Town, Long Pine. 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 Cascade?

Near Cascade 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 Cascade?

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