Best Places to Kayak Near Dowell, MD

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

30 nearby10 Rivers9 Creeks5 Bays
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Top Picks Near Dowell

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

InletBeginner13 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

ReservoirBeginner4 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Spring Cove Marina

Maryland · 0.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 1.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A stream running through a lush green forest

K. B. Derr & Son

Maryland · 1.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 2.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Myrtle Point Park soft launch

Maryland · 2.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Clarkes Landing

Maryland · 2.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum day-use pier

Maryland · 3.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (South)

Maryland · 4.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 4.0 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Greenwell State Park

Maryland · 4.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (North)

Maryland · 4.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Island Creek Marina

Maryland · 6.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A row of boats sitting on top of a grass covered field

Lens Marina

Maryland · 6.7 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Nan's Cove soft access

Maryland · 7.3 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Great Mills Canoe/Kayak Launch

Maryland · 7.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 7.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Snow Hill Waterfront Park - soft access

Maryland · 8.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Camp Calvert Landing

Maryland · 10.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (soft access)

Maryland · 10.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 10.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

St. Mary's College of Maryland - James P. Muldoon River Center

Maryland · 10.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Port of Leonardtown Park

Maryland · 11.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Elms Beach Park

Maryland · 11.5 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 11.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 12.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Taylors Island

Maryland · 12.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tyler Cove

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 12.5 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of boats on a lake

Smithville

Maryland · 13.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Combs Creek Marina

Maryland · 13.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Dowell.

Solomons, MD1 miLusby, MD2 miPatuxent River, MD5 miCalifornia, MD5 miHollywood, MD6 miGreat Mills, MD6 miLexington Park, MD7 miBroomes Island, MD7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Dowell 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, creeks, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Dowell?

Near Dowell 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 Dowell?

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