Best Places to Kayak Near Fort Howard, MD

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

30 nearby14 Creeks8 Rivers5 Bays
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Top Picks Near Fort Howard

People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.1

Green Lane

Standout kayak fishing on Chesapeake Bay

BayBeginner12 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Bayside Landing Park

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

BayBeginner12 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Sandy Point State Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Chesapeake Bay

BayBeginner14 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Smallwood Park - soft access

Maryland · 3.4 mi

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

Rocky Point

Maryland · 3.7 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Watersedge Park

Maryland · 3.7 mi

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

Baltimore County Sailing Center

Maryland · 3.8 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Turner Station Park

Maryland · 4.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chesterwood Park

Maryland · 4.1 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Inverness Park

Maryland · 4.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Merritt Park

Maryland · 4.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Armistead

Maryland · 4.7 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cox Point Park

Maryland · 6.2 mi

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

Downs Park - Locust Cove soft access

Maryland · 6.4 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bowleys Marina

Maryland · 7.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wilson Point Park

Maryland · 8.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hawthorne Park

Maryland · 8.1 mi

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

Canton Waterfront Park

Maryland · 8.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Southwest Area Park

Maryland · 9.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Broening Park

Maryland · 9.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Middle Branch Park - soft access (west)

Maryland · 10.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Gunpowder Falls State Park

Maryland · 11.0 mi

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

Bayside Landing Park

Maryland · 11.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gunpowder Falls State Park - Hammerman Day Use Area

Maryland · 11.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Green Lane

Maryland · 12.1 mi

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

Allen's Lane

Maryland · 12.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gray's Inn Landing

Maryland · 13.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fairlee Landing

Maryland · 13.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Great Oak

Maryland · 13.6 mi

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

Sandy Point State Park

Maryland · 13.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Shipyard Landing

Maryland · 14.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Skinner's Neck

Maryland · 14.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harrington

Maryland · 14.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Fort Howard.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Fort Howard, MD?

Top picks near Fort Howard include Green Lane, Bayside Landing Park, Sandy Point State Park. 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 Fort Howard?

Near Fort Howard 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 Fort Howard?

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