Best Places to Kayak Near College Park, MD
30 public launch points within 50 miles of College Park, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near College Park
1Georgetown Visitor Center
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Greenbridge
Standout kayak fishing on Patuxent River - Tridelphia Reservoir
3Scotts Cove
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms
Bladensburg
Maryland · 4.4 mi
Anacostia Park Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 8.3 mi
Supplee Lane Recreation Area
Maryland · 9.2 mi
Georgetown Visitor Center
District of Columbia · 9.4 mi
Scotts Cove
Maryland · 9.8 mi
Brown's Bridge Recreation Area
Maryland · 10.5 mi
Columbia Island Marina Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 10.6 mi
Fletchers Cove
District of Columbia · 10.7 mi
Gravelly Point Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 10.9 mi
Gravelly Point
Virginia · 10.9 mi
Capital Cove Marina (Bolling Air Force Base)
District of Columbia · 12.3 mi
Davidsonville Park soft access
Maryland · 14.0 mi
Greenbridge
Maryland · 14.7 mi
Queen Anne Canoe Launch
Maryland · 15.7 mi
Pig Tail Recreation Area at Triadelphia Reservoir Lake
Maryland · 15.9 mi
Anglers Inn - Canal
Maryland · 16.0 mi
Anglers Inn - River
Maryland · 16.1 mi
Wooten's Landing soft access
Maryland · 16.1 mi
Swains Lock - Canal
Maryland · 17.0 mi
Swains Lock - River
Maryland · 17.0 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - Canal
Maryland · 17.1 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - River
Maryland · 17.1 mi
Big Branch Recreation Area at Triadelphia Lake
Maryland · 17.1 mi
Centennial Lake
Maryland · 17.4 mi
Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in
Maryland · 17.4 mi
Tridelphia Lake Recreation Area
Maryland · 17.5 mi
Jackson's Landing boat ramp
Maryland · 19.5 mi
Pennyfield Lock
Maryland · 20.0 mi
Seneca Creek State Park - Clopper Lake
Maryland · 20.0 mi
Selby's Landing
Maryland · 20.9 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near College Park, MD?
Top picks near College Park include Georgetown Visitor Center, Greenbridge, Scotts Cove. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, reservoirs, canals.
What types of paddling can I do near College Park?
Near College Park 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 College Park?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near College Park are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.