Best Places to Kayak Near Flintstone, MD

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

30 nearby14 Rivers10 Creeks6 Lakes
← All paddling in Maryland
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Rocky Gap State Park

Maryland · 3.7 mi

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Rocky Gap State Park soft access

Maryland · 4.1 mi

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Gordon Lake

Pennsylvania · 6.3 mi

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Koon Lake

Pennsylvania · 6.8 mi

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Fifteen Mile Creek

Maryland · 11.3 mi

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Eugene Mason Sports Complex Boat Access

Maryland · 11.4 mi

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Wiley Ford

West Virginia · 11.5 mi

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Bond's Landing - Green Ridge State Forest

Maryland · 11.9 mi

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Mouth of South Branch

West Virginia · 12.1 mi

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Spring Gap

Maryland · 12.1 mi

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Potomac River Industrial Park boat ramp

Maryland · 12.7 mi

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Paw Paw

West Virginia · 12.8 mi

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Paw Paw CR 1/1

West Virginia · 13.2 mi

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Allegany County Fairgrounds Boat Access

Maryland · 13.8 mi

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Blue Ford North

West Virginia · 14.4 mi

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Great Cacapon

West Virginia · 16.5 mi

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Power House

West Virginia · 16.8 mi

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Fishers Ford Bridge

West Virginia · 16.9 mi

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Cohill Station

Maryland · 17.3 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake

West Virginia · 17.8 mi

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Millesonne Mills Bridge

West Virginia · 17.9 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake Fishing Pier

West Virginia · 18.0 mi

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Maple Landing

West Virginia · 18.4 mi

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Cacapon Crossing

West Virginia · 18.8 mi

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Cacapon State Park

West Virginia · 20.1 mi

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Blue Beach Bridge

West Virginia · 20.2 mi

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Little Tonoloway / Hancock

Maryland · 20.8 mi

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C-17 Bloomery Run

West Virginia · 22.1 mi

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Fort Bedford Museum

Pennsylvania · 22.5 mi

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Hanging Rock

West Virginia · 22.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Flintstone 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 rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Flintstone?

Near Flintstone 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 Flintstone?

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