Best Places to Kayak Near Fort Washington, MD
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Fort Washington, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Fort Washington
Ft. Washington Marina
Maryland · 4.4 mi
Piscataway Park
Maryland · 4.7 mi
Capital Cove Marina (Bolling Air Force Base)
District of Columbia · 5.6 mi
Accokeek Foundation soft access
Maryland · 6.2 mi
Accokeek Foundation Boat Dock
Maryland · 6.4 mi
Gravelly Point
Virginia · 7.9 mi
Gravelly Point Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 7.9 mi
Marshall Hall
Maryland · 8.1 mi
Anacostia Park Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 8.4 mi
Columbia Island Marina Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 8.8 mi
Georgetown Visitor Center
District of Columbia · 10.9 mi
Bladensburg
Maryland · 12.3 mi
Fletchers Cove
District of Columbia · 12.8 mi
Mason Springs soft access
Maryland · 13.8 mi
Myrtle Grove Wildlife Management Area
Maryland · 14.4 mi
Iron Pot Landing
Maryland · 14.4 mi
Mount Calvert Historical & Archaeological Park
Maryland · 14.7 mi
Jackson's Landing boat ramp
Maryland · 14.8 mi
Mattingly Park / Slavin's Dock boat ramp
Maryland · 15.1 mi
Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in
Maryland · 15.2 mi
Selby's Landing
Maryland · 15.3 mi
Patuxent Riverkeeper Center in Nottingham
Maryland · 15.5 mi
Wooten's Landing soft access
Maryland · 17.1 mi
Lake Burke
Virginia · 17.1 mi
Clyde Watson Boating Area
Maryland · 17.6 mi
Lower Marlboro Wharf soft access
Maryland · 17.7 mi
Sweden Point Marina
Maryland · 17.7 mi
Allen Pond Park
Maryland · 17.9 mi
Queen Anne Canoe Launch
Maryland · 18.7 mi
Kings Landing Park
Maryland · 19.0 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Fort Washington, MD?
Top picks near Fort Washington include Georgetown Visitor Center, Lake Burke, Bladensburg. 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 Fort Washington?
Near Fort Washington 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 Washington?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Fort Washington are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.