Best Places to Kayak Near Ellerslie, MD
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Ellerslie, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Ellerslie
1Blue Ford North
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Paw Paw CR 1/1
A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River
3Millesonne Mills Bridge
A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River
Gordon Lake
Pennsylvania · 5.6 mi
Potomac River Industrial Park boat ramp
Maryland · 6.1 mi
Rocky Gap State Park soft access
Maryland · 6.7 mi
Eugene Mason Sports Complex Boat Access
Maryland · 7.0 mi
Rocky Gap State Park
Maryland · 7.1 mi
Koon Lake
Pennsylvania · 7.2 mi
Wiley Ford
West Virginia · 7.7 mi
Allegany County Fairgrounds Boat Access
Maryland · 8.0 mi
Spring Gap
Maryland · 11.2 mi
Fort Ashby Lake
West Virginia · 16.3 mi
Fort Ashby Lake Fishing Pier
West Virginia · 16.5 mi
Mouth of South Branch
West Virginia · 16.7 mi
Paw Paw CR 1/1
West Virginia · 17.3 mi
Blue Ford North
West Virginia · 18.0 mi
Gary Yoder soft access (formerly Black Oak Bottom)
Maryland · 19.0 mi
New Germany State Park
Maryland · 19.4 mi
Millesonne Mills Bridge
West Virginia · 19.9 mi
Maple Landing
West Virginia · 20.0 mi
Blue Beach Bridge
West Virginia · 20.5 mi
Paw Paw
West Virginia · 21.2 mi
Bond's Landing - Green Ridge State Forest
Maryland · 21.6 mi
McCoole soft access
Maryland · 21.7 mi
Fifteen Mile Creek
Maryland · 21.8 mi
Keyser
West Virginia · 21.8 mi
Westernport soft access
Maryland · 21.9 mi
Indian Lake
Pennsylvania · 21.9 mi
Hanging Rock
West Virginia · 22.2 mi
Shawnee State Park - Kegg Run
Pennsylvania · 22.5 mi
Big Run State Park boat ramp
Maryland · 22.9 mi
Headsville
West Virginia · 23.1 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Ellerslie, MD?
Top picks near Ellerslie include Blue Ford North, Paw Paw CR 1/1, Millesonne Mills Bridge. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, lakes, rivers.
What types of paddling can I do near Ellerslie?
Near Ellerslie 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 Ellerslie?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Ellerslie are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.