Best Places to Kayak Near Chesapeake Beach, MD

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

30 nearby10 Creeks10 Rivers7 Bays
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Rod 'N' Reel Marina West

Maryland · 1.5 mi

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North Beach Public Beach

Maryland · 2.6 mi

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Breezy Point Beach and Campground

Maryland · 3.7 mi

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

Breezy Point Marina

Maryland · 3.9 mi

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

Rose Haven Memorial Park

Maryland · 4.0 mi

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

Town Point Marina

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Deale Marina

Maryland · 7.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harbor Cove Marina

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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Lower Marlboro Wharf soft access

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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Kings Landing Park

Maryland · 8.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clyde Watson Boating Area

Maryland · 8.7 mi

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Patuxent Riverkeeper Center in Nottingham

Maryland · 9.3 mi

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Franklin Point State Park

Maryland · 10.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cedar Haven Fishing Area

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Selby's Landing

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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

Black Walnut Cove Landing

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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Bar Neck Landing

Maryland · 11.1 mi

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

Dogwood Harbor

Maryland · 11.4 mi

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Tonger's Basin

Maryland · 11.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jackson's Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 11.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Galesville Wharf

Maryland · 12.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 12.1 mi

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Discovery Village - boat ramp

Maryland · 12.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 12.2 mi

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Discovery Village - soft access

Maryland · 12.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clarks Marina

Maryland · 12.2 mi

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Jack Creek Park

Maryland · 12.2 mi

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Mount Calvert Historical & Archaeological Park

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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Hallowing Point

Maryland · 13.0 mi

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Benedict Community Park

Maryland · 13.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Chesapeake Beach, MD?

Top picks near Chesapeake Beach include Hallowing Point, Rose Haven Memorial Park, Dogwood Harbor. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Chesapeake Beach?

Near Chesapeake Beach 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 Chesapeake Beach?

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