Best Places to Kayak Near Edgewater, MD

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

30 nearby15 Creeks8 Rivers7 Bays

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Top Picks Near Edgewater

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

Matapeake State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Chesapeake Bay

BayBeginner10 mi away

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

Sandy Point State Park

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

BayBeginner10 mi away

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

Romancoke Fishing Pier and soft access

Open-water sea kayaking access on Eastern Bay

BayBeginner11 mi away

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Quiet Waters Park

Maryland · 1.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Holiday Hill Marina

Maryland · 2.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Rhode River Marina

Maryland · 2.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Carr's Wharf

Maryland · 2.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Casa Rio Marina

Maryland · 2.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cadle Creek Marina

Maryland · 3.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Mayo Beach Park - soft access

Maryland · 3.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Truxtun Park

Maryland · 3.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

City Dock - Annapolis

Maryland · 4.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tucker Street

Maryland · 5.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clarks Marina

Maryland · 5.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Galesville Wharf

Maryland · 5.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 5.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 5.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jonas Green Park

Maryland · 5.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Davidsonville Park soft access

Maryland · 7.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Queen Anne Canoe Launch

Maryland · 7.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wooten's Landing soft access

Maryland · 9.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harbor Cove Marina

Maryland · 9.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Sandy Point State Park

Maryland · 9.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Deale Marina

Maryland · 10.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Matapeake State Park

Maryland · 10.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Shipping Creek

Maryland · 10.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Town Point Marina

Maryland · 10.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Warehouse Creek Landing

Maryland · 11.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Romancoke Fishing Pier and soft access

Maryland · 11.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in

Maryland · 11.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Thompson Creek Landing soft access

Maryland · 12.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Thompson Creek Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 12.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Rose Haven Memorial Park

Maryland · 13.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Edgewater include Matapeake State Park, Sandy Point State Park, Romancoke Fishing Pier and soft access. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Edgewater?

Near Edgewater 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 Edgewater?

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