Best Places to Kayak Near Cheltenham, MD

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

30 nearby19 Rivers7 Creeks2 Bays
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Top Picks Near Cheltenham

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Georgetown Visitor Center

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

CanalBeginner16 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees2

Gilbert Run Park

Standout kayak fishing on Wheatley Lake

LakeBeginner18 mi away
a boat is floating in the water at sunset3

Bladensburg

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

RiverBeginner14 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jackson's Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Selby's Landing

Maryland · 7.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Piscataway Park

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wooten's Landing soft access

Maryland · 10.6 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Ft. Washington Marina

Maryland · 10.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clyde Watson Boating Area

Maryland · 11.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Anacostia Park Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 11.3 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Capital Cove Marina (Bolling Air Force Base)

District of Columbia · 11.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Queen Anne Canoe Launch

Maryland · 12.6 mi

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Gravelly Point Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 13.4 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Gravelly Point

Virginia · 13.4 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bladensburg

Maryland · 13.6 mi

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Columbia Island Marina Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 14.2 mi

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

Town Point Marina

Maryland · 14.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Davidsonville Park soft access

Maryland · 14.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Marshall Hall

Maryland · 15.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Deale Marina

Maryland · 15.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cedar Haven Fishing Area

Maryland · 15.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harbor Cove Marina

Maryland · 15.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Georgetown Visitor Center

District of Columbia · 15.9 mi

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

Rose Haven Memorial Park

Maryland · 16.3 mi

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A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

Rod 'N' Reel Marina West

Maryland · 16.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Galesville Wharf

Maryland · 17.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person rowing a boat

Fletchers Cove

District of Columbia · 18.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Gilbert Run Park

Maryland · 18.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clarks Marina

Maryland · 18.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 18.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 18.7 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Hallowing Point

Maryland · 19.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Cheltenham.

Clinton, MD4 miAndrews Air Force Base, MD4 miBrandywine, MD4 miUpper Marlboro, MD6 miDistrict Heights, MD8 miTemple Hills, MD8 miSuitland, MD8 miFort Washington, MD8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Cheltenham include Georgetown Visitor Center, Gilbert Run Park, Bladensburg. 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 Cheltenham?

Near Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?

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