Best Places to Kayak Near Compton, MD

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

30 nearby11 Rivers10 Bays6 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Compton

red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime1

Tall Timbers Landing

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

InletBeginner11 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees2

St. Mary's River State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Evitts Pond

LakeBeginner8 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset3

Forest Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

ReservoirBeginner10 mi away
a river running through a lush green forest

Combs Creek Marina

Maryland · 0.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fitzies Marina

Maryland · 1.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Newtowne Neck State Park soft access

Maryland · 1.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Newtowne Neck State Park Paddle-In Campsite (West)

Maryland · 2.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Newtowne Neck State Park Paddle-In Campsite (East)

Maryland · 2.2 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 2.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Port of Leonardtown Park

Maryland · 2.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 3.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (soft access)

Maryland · 3.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Camp Calvert Landing

Maryland · 3.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cather Marine

Maryland · 4.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Coltons Point Marina

Maryland · 4.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

St. Clement's Island Museum

Maryland · 4.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

St. Clement's Island State Park

Maryland · 5.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Paul Ellis Landing

Maryland · 5.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

River Springs Landing

Maryland · 5.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bushwood Cove

Maryland · 6.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Captico Wharf

Maryland · 8.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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

Captain Johns Crabhouse and Marina

Maryland · 8.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hatton Creek

Maryland · 9.0 mi

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

Coles Point

Virginia · 9.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Southern Park and Pier

Maryland · 10.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Snow Hill Waterfront Park - soft access

Maryland · 10.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 10.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 10.6 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Great Mills Canoe/Kayak Launch

Maryland · 10.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Greenwell State Park

Maryland · 11.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Clarkes Landing

Maryland · 11.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 11.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Compton.

Avenue, MD3 miLeonardtown, MD3 miAbell, MD3 miColtons Point, MD5 miClements, MD5 miLoveville, MD5 miBushwood, MD5 miChaptico, MD6 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Compton include Tall Timbers Landing, St. Mary's River State Park, Forest Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Compton?

Near Compton 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 Compton?

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