Best Places to Kayak Near Great Mills, MD

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

30 nearby13 Creeks9 Rivers3 Inlets
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Top Picks Near Great Mills

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background1

Point Lookout State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Potomac River/Chesapeake Bay

BayBeginner17 mi away
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime2

Tall Timbers Landing

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

InletBeginner7 mi away
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime3

Hoopersville

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

InletBeginner17 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 2.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 3.8 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 4.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Spring Cove Marina

Maryland · 4.9 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 6.3 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 6.3 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

St. Mary's College of Maryland - James P. Muldoon River Center

Maryland · 6.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A stream running through a lush green forest

K. B. Derr & Son

Maryland · 6.6 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 6.8 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 8.1 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 8.9 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Island Creek Marina

Maryland · 10.3 mi

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A row of boats sitting on top of a grass covered field

Lens Marina

Maryland · 10.5 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Combs Creek Marina

Maryland · 10.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fitzies Marina

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Coles Point

Virginia · 11.5 mi

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

St. Inigoes Landing

Maryland · 11.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Drury's Marina

Maryland · 13.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Buzz's Marina

Maryland · 13.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

St. Clement's Island Museum

Maryland · 14.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cather Marine

Maryland · 14.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Coltons Point Marina

Maryland · 14.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tyler Cove

Maryland · 15.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Paul Ellis Landing

Maryland · 15.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bushwood Cove

Maryland · 16.8 mi

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

Hoopersville

Maryland · 17.2 mi

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

Point Lookout State Park

Maryland · 17.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a couple of boats on a lake

Smithville

Maryland · 17.9 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Golden Hill

Maryland · 18.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Captico Wharf

Maryland · 18.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Great Mills, MD?

Top picks near Great Mills include Point Lookout State Park, Tall Timbers Landing, Hoopersville. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, inlets.

What types of paddling can I do near Great Mills?

Near Great Mills 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 Great Mills?

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