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 nearby12 Rivers9 Creeks5 Bays
← All paddling in Maryland

Top Picks Near Great Mills

red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime1

Tall Timbers Landing

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

InletBeginner7 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees2

St. Mary's River State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Evitts Pond

LakeBeginner3 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset3

Forest Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

ReservoirBeginner6 mi away

Great Mills Canoe/Kayak Launch

Maryland · 2.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 2.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 3.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Myrtle Point Park soft launch

Maryland · 4.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 4.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Spring Cove Marina

Maryland · 4.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Clarkes Landing

Maryland · 5.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 6.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 6.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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

Camp Calvert Landing

Maryland · 7.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Greenwell State Park

Maryland · 7.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (soft access)

Maryland · 7.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 7.8 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 8.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (South)

Maryland · 8.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum day-use pier

Maryland · 8.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Elms Beach Park

Maryland · 8.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 8.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Port of Leonardtown Park

Maryland · 9.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Museum soft access

Maryland · 9.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 9.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (North)

Maryland · 9.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Island Creek Marina

Maryland · 10.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Snow Hill Waterfront Park - soft access

Maryland · 11.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Great Mills.

Lexington Park, MD3 miCalifornia, MD3 miCallaway, MD3 miPatuxent River, MD3 miPark Hall, MD4 miSolomons, MD5 miValley Lee, MD5 miDowell, MD6 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Great Mills include Tall Timbers Landing, St. Mary's River State Park, Forest Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, bays.

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.