Best Places to Kayak Near Gibson Island, MD

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

30 nearby14 Creeks7 Bays5 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Gibson Island

People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.1

Green Lane

Standout kayak fishing on Chesapeake Bay

BayBeginner11 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

BayBeginner11 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Matapeake State Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Chesapeake Bay

BayBeginner9 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Downs Park - Locust Cove soft access

Maryland · 2.8 mi

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

Sandy Point State Park

Maryland · 4.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jonas Green Park

Maryland · 6.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Smallwood Park - soft access

Maryland · 6.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tucker Street

Maryland · 6.9 mi

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

City Dock - Annapolis

Maryland · 7.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Truxtun Park

Maryland · 8.2 mi

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

Matapeake State Park

Maryland · 9.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Warehouse Creek Landing

Maryland · 9.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Thompson Creek Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 9.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Thompson Creek Landing soft access

Maryland · 9.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Quiet Waters Park

Maryland · 10.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Armistead

Maryland · 10.7 mi

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

Allen's Lane

Maryland · 10.7 mi

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

Bayside Landing Park

Maryland · 10.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
People kayaking in the ocean on a sunny day.

Green Lane

Maryland · 10.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gray's Inn Landing

Maryland · 11.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

Goodhands Creek Landing

Maryland · 11.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Chester

Maryland · 12.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Shipping Creek

Maryland · 12.1 mi

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

Rocky Point

Maryland · 12.1 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Skinner's Neck

Maryland · 12.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Turner Station Park

Maryland · 12.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Watersedge Park

Maryland · 12.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Kent Narrows Landing

Maryland · 12.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bogles Wharf - Eastern Neck NWR

Maryland · 12.3 mi

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

Baltimore County Sailing Center

Maryland · 12.3 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harrington

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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

Little Creek

Maryland · 12.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chesterwood Park

Maryland · 12.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gibson Island.

Arnold, MD4 miPasadena, MD6 miAnnapolis, MD6 miSeverna Park, MD7 miCrownsville, MD9 miFort Howard, MD9 miMillersville, MD10 miSparrows Point, MD11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Gibson Island, MD?

Top picks near Gibson Island include Green Lane, Bayside Landing Park, Matapeake State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Gibson Island?

Near Gibson Island 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 Gibson Island?

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