Best Places to Kayak Near Hunt Valley, MD

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

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Top Picks Near Hunt Valley

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

Baltimore County Sailing Center

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

InletBeginner22 mi away
a couple of boats on a lake2

Piney Run Park

Standout kayak fishing on Piney Run - Piney Run Lake

LakeBeginner19 mi away
a body of water surrounded by a forest3

Boat Dock Road

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

LakeBeginner14 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Loch Raven Fishing Center

Maryland · 5.7 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Prettyboy Reservoir

Maryland · 11.2 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Boat Dock Road

Maryland · 14.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Eden Mill Nature Cnter & Park soft access

Maryland · 16.2 mi

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

Canton Waterfront Park

Maryland · 16.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hawthorne Park

Maryland · 17.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Middle Branch Park - soft access (west)

Maryland · 17.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Broening Park

Maryland · 17.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wilson Point Park

Maryland · 17.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cox Point Park

Maryland · 17.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Oasis Marina

Maryland · 17.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mariner Point Park boat ramp

Maryland · 17.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mariner Point Park - soft access (south)

Maryland · 17.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Southwest Area Park

Maryland · 18.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a couple of boats on a lake

Piney Run Park

Maryland · 18.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Merritt Park

Maryland · 19.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Gunpowder Falls State Park

Maryland · 19.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Inverness Park

Maryland · 19.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chesterwood Park

Maryland · 19.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gunpowder Falls State Park - Hammerman Day Use Area

Maryland · 19.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Turner Station Park

Maryland · 19.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Watersedge Park

Maryland · 19.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bowleys Marina

Maryland · 20.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Otter Creek Roadside

Maryland · 20.7 mi

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

Centennial Lake

Maryland · 20.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Otter Creek Narina

Maryland · 21.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Armistead

Maryland · 21.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Flying Point Marina

Maryland · 21.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Flying Point Park

Maryland · 21.8 mi

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

Baltimore County Sailing Center

Maryland · 21.9 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Hunt Valley.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Hunt Valley, MD?

Top picks near Hunt Valley include Baltimore County Sailing Center, Piney Run Park, Boat Dock Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Hunt Valley?

Near Hunt Valley 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 Hunt Valley?

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