Best Places to Kayak Near Catonsville, MD

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

30 nearby8 Creeks7 Rivers6 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Catonsville

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

InletBeginner18 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

InletBeginner18 mi away
a couple of boats on a lake3

Piney Run Park

Standout kayak fishing on Piney Run - Piney Run Lake

LakeBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Middle Branch Park - soft access (west)

Maryland · 6.5 mi

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

Centennial Lake

Maryland · 6.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Broening Park

Maryland · 6.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Southwest Area Park

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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

Canton Waterfront Park

Maryland · 9.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Boat Dock Road

Maryland · 11.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Armistead

Maryland · 12.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Merritt Park

Maryland · 12.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Turner Station Park

Maryland · 12.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Scotts Cove

Maryland · 12.8 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chesterwood Park

Maryland · 13.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Supplee Lane Recreation Area

Maryland · 13.1 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Watersedge Park

Maryland · 13.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Inverness Park

Maryland · 13.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cox Point Park

Maryland · 14.7 mi

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

Pig Tail Recreation Area at Triadelphia Reservoir Lake

Maryland · 14.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Brown's Bridge Recreation Area

Maryland · 15.1 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of boats on a lake

Piney Run Park

Maryland · 15.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Greenbridge

Maryland · 15.6 mi

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

Big Branch Recreation Area at Triadelphia Lake

Maryland · 15.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Loch Raven Fishing Center

Maryland · 15.8 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Smallwood Park - soft access

Maryland · 16.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hawthorne Park

Maryland · 16.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Tridelphia Lake Recreation Area

Maryland · 16.5 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wilson Point Park

Maryland · 17.0 mi

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

Baltimore County Sailing Center

Maryland · 17.9 mi

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

Rocky Point

Maryland · 18.1 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bowleys Marina

Maryland · 19.1 mi

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

Downs Park - Locust Cove soft access

Maryland · 19.6 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Gunpowder Falls State Park

Maryland · 21.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Catonsville.

Ellicott City, MD3 miGwynn Oak, MD4 miHalethorpe, MD4 miWindsor Mill, MD4 miElkridge, MD5 miLinthicum Heights, MD7 miPikesville, MD7 miBrooklyn, MD7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Catonsville include Baltimore County Sailing Center, Rocky Point, Piney Run Park. 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 Catonsville?

Near Catonsville 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 Catonsville?

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