Best Places to Kayak Near Madison, MD

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

30 nearby12 Creeks9 Rivers3 Bays
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Top Picks Near Madison

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

Madison

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

BayBeginner1 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Toddville

Open-water sea kayaking access on Fishing Bay

BayBeginner17 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees3

Asquith Island

Standout kayak fishing on Lake Cove

LakeBeginner15 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Madison

Maryland · 0.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Ragged Point Marina

Maryland · 4.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Taylors Island

Maryland · 5.0 mi

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a couple of boats on a lake

Smithville

Maryland · 5.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (MD Route 335)

Maryland · 6.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Little Blackwater soft access

Maryland · 7.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Key Wallace Drive soft access

Maryland · 8.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Golden Hill

Maryland · 8.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Trenton Street Marina

Maryland · 8.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Great Marsh Park

Maryland · 9.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Franklin Street

Maryland · 9.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Sailwinds Visitor Center soft access

Maryland · 9.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tyler Cove

Maryland · 11.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A stream running through a lush green forest

Shorters Wharf

Maryland · 12.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Trappe Landing

Maryland · 12.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Oxford Town Dock

Maryland · 12.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Bar Neck Landing

Maryland · 13.4 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bellvue Landing

Maryland · 13.4 mi

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

Black Walnut Cove Landing

Maryland · 13.5 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Transquaking River Access

Maryland · 13.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Best Pitch Ferry

Maryland · 13.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Neavitt Landing

Maryland · 14.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Asquith Island

Maryland · 14.9 mi

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

Dogwood Harbor

Maryland · 15.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Tonger's Basin

Maryland · 15.6 mi

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

Kirwins Wharf

Maryland · 15.6 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A stream running through a lush green forest

K. B. Derr & Son

Maryland · 16.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Secretary Town Marina

Maryland · 16.0 mi

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

Toddville

Maryland · 16.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Oak Creek Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 16.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Madison.

Woolford, MD1 miTaylors Island, MD5 miChurch Creek, MD6 miCambridge, MD8 miOxford, MD13 miFishing Creek, MD13 miCrapo, MD14 miTrappe, MD14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Madison, MD?

Top picks near Madison include Madison, Toddville, Asquith Island. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Madison?

Near Madison 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 Madison?

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