Best Places to Kayak Near Manokin, MD

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

30 nearby17 Rivers7 Creeks4 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Manokin

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset1

Deal Island

Standout kayak fishing on Upper Thorofare

LakeBeginner11 mi away
green and red trees beside body of water during daytime2

Dames Quarter

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

ReservoirBeginner9 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees3

Wenona Harbor

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

CreekBeginner11 mi away

Raccoon Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 2.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Saint Peters Creek

Maryland · 4.1 mi

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A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

Coulbourn Creek

Maryland · 5.2 mi

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A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

Rumbley County Wharf

Maryland · 6.0 mi

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Manokin River Park soft access

Maryland · 7.1 mi

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Rehobeth

Maryland · 7.4 mi

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Deal Island WMA boat ramp (Impoundment North)

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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Drawbridge Road

Maryland · 8.0 mi

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Deal Island WMA boat ramp (Big Sound Creek)

Maryland · 8.6 mi

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Deal Island WMA boat ramp (Impoundment South)

Maryland · 8.6 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Janes Island State Park

Maryland · 8.8 mi

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green and red trees beside body of water during daytime

Dames Quarter

Maryland · 8.9 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Websters Cove Harbor

Maryland · 10.0 mi

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Wellington Beach and Park

Maryland · 10.1 mi

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Rumbly Point

Maryland · 10.2 mi

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Little Boat Harbor

Maryland · 10.3 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Hall Wharf

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Pocomoke City

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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Pocomoke River Dockside slips

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Whitehaven soft access

Maryland · 10.5 mi

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Stevenson Pond soft access

Maryland · 10.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wenona Harbor

Maryland · 10.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clara Road

Maryland · 10.7 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Sea Mark Marine

Maryland · 10.9 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Town Branch

Maryland · 10.9 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Deal Island

Maryland · 11.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Somers Cove Marina

Maryland · 11.2 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Shelltown

Maryland · 11.3 mi

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Ellis Bay Wildlife Management Area

Maryland · 11.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jenkins Creek Wharf

Maryland · 11.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Manokin.

Westover, MD1 miUpper Fairmount, MD2 miPrincess Anne, MD6 miMarion Station, MD6 miRehobeth, MD7 miCrisfield, MD10 miDeal Island, MD11 miPocomoke City, MD11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Manokin include Deal Island, Dames Quarter, Wenona Harbor. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Manokin?

Near Manokin 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 Manokin?

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