Best Places to Kayak Near Clear Spring, MD

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

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Top Picks Near Clear Spring

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Sawmill Cove

Standout kayak fishing on Sleepy Creek Lake

LakeBeginner16 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees2

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Shaperds Town

A top-rated river launch on Potomac River

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Cherry Run

West Virginia · 6.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 13.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 13.6 mi

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Jones Springs

West Virginia · 14.4 mi

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Snyders Landing

Maryland · 15.3 mi

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Sawmill Cove

West Virginia · 15.7 mi

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

Sleepy Creek Lake

West Virginia · 16.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 16.7 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 16.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 17.9 mi

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Meadow Grounds Lake

Pennsylvania · 18.8 mi

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Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 19.0 mi

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

Great Cacapon

West Virginia · 19.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 21.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 22.5 mi

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Cowans Gap Lake - 2

Pennsylvania · 23.1 mi

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Cowans Gap Lake - 1

Pennsylvania · 23.1 mi

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Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 24.1 mi

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Lock 34

Maryland · 24.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 24.9 mi

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

Priest Springs

West Virginia · 25.6 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 27.5 mi

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Fannettsburg Dam

Pennsylvania · 28.0 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 28.0 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 28.3 mi

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

Moulton Park

West Virginia · 28.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 28.5 mi

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

Bloomery

West Virginia · 28.6 mi

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

Millville

West Virginia · 28.7 mi

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Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 29.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Clear Spring.

Big Pool, MD5 miFalling Waters, WV5 miWilliamsport, MD7 miMaugansville, MD9 miHagerstown, MD10 miSaint James, MD11 miState Line, PA11 miMercersburg, PA11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Clear Spring, MD?

Top picks near Clear Spring include Sawmill Cove, Greenbrier State Park, Shaperds Town. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Clear Spring?

Near Clear Spring 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 Clear Spring?

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