Best Places to Kayak Near Midland, MD

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

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Gary Yoder soft access (formerly Black Oak Bottom)

Maryland · 7.7 mi

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Allegany County Fairgrounds Boat Access

Maryland · 7.9 mi

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Potomac River Industrial Park boat ramp

Maryland · 8.7 mi

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Westernport soft access

Maryland · 9.0 mi

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New Germany State Park

Maryland · 9.6 mi

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McCoole soft access

Maryland · 9.7 mi

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Keyser

West Virginia · 10.1 mi

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Eugene Mason Sports Complex Boat Access

Maryland · 10.2 mi

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Wiley Ford

West Virginia · 10.4 mi

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Big Run State Park boat ramp

Maryland · 10.5 mi

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Barnum

West Virginia · 12.3 mi

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Spring Gap

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake

West Virginia · 12.5 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake Fishing Pier

West Virginia · 12.6 mi

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Headsville

West Virginia · 14.6 mi

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Jennings Randolph Lake

Maryland · 15.2 mi

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Howell Run

West Virginia · 15.4 mi

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Larenim Park Lake

West Virginia · 15.6 mi

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Patterson Creek Larenim Park

West Virginia · 15.9 mi

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Blue Beach Bridge

West Virginia · 16.8 mi

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Hanging Rock

West Virginia · 17.2 mi

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Rocky Gap State Park soft access

Maryland · 17.7 mi

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Maple Landing

West Virginia · 18.1 mi

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Gordon Lake

Pennsylvania · 18.3 mi

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Rocky Gap State Park

Maryland · 18.4 mi

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Millesonne Mills Bridge

West Virginia · 18.6 mi

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South Access

Pennsylvania · 19.0 mi

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North Access

Pennsylvania · 19.1 mi

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Blue Ford North

West Virginia · 19.3 mi

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Paw Paw CR 1/1

West Virginia · 19.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Midland include Howell Run, Blue Ford North, Paw Paw CR 1/1. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Midland?

Near Midland 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 Midland?

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