Best Places to Kayak Near Chewsville, MD

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

30 nearby18 Rivers8 Creeks3 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Chewsville

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees1

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner7 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss2

Shaperds Town

A top-rated river launch on Potomac River

RiverBeginner17 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset3

Cunningham Falls State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Hunting Creek Lake/Cunningham Lake

LakeBeginner9 mi away

Kiwanis Park soft access

Maryland · 3.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rose's Mill Park soft access

Maryland · 5.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 7.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Devil's Backbone Park

Maryland · 8.3 mi

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

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 9.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Williamsport

Maryland · 10.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 12.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 12.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

McMahons Mill

Maryland · 12.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Shepherdstown Pike Bridge

Maryland · 13.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Molly's Hole at Antietam National Battlefield

Maryland · 14.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam 4

Maryland · 14.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 14.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam #4

West Virginia · 14.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Big Slackwater

Maryland · 14.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 16.1 mi

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

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 16.6 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 16.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Four Locks

Maryland · 16.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Indian Springs WMA / Blairs Valley Lake

Maryland · 16.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 16.8 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 16.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

McCoys Ferry

Maryland · 17.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 18.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rocky Ridge / Maryland Rt. 77 Bridge

Maryland · 18.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 19.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Double Pipe Creek Park soft access

Maryland · 19.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rt 45 Bridge

West Virginia · 19.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Fort Frederick State Park Soft Launch

Maryland · 19.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Fort Frederick State Park / Big Pool boat ramp

Maryland · 19.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Chewsville.

Cavetown, MD3 miSmithsburg, MD3 miFunkstown, MD4 miHagerstown, MD5 miMaugansville, MD7 miState Line, PA7 miBoonsboro, MD8 miRouzerville, PA8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Chewsville include Greenbrier State Park, Shaperds Town, Cunningham Falls State Park. 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 Chewsville?

Near Chewsville 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 Chewsville?

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