Best Places to Kayak Near Midlothian, MD

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

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Top Picks Near Midlothian

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Howell Run

Standout kayak fishing on Jennings Randolph Lake

LakeBeginner18 mi away
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Paw Paw CR 1/1

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

CreekBeginner21 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Millesonne Mills Bridge

A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River

CreekBeginner20 mi away

Allegany County Fairgrounds Boat Access

Maryland · 8.0 mi

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Potomac River Industrial Park boat ramp

Maryland · 8.1 mi

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New Germany State Park

Maryland · 9.1 mi

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Eugene Mason Sports Complex Boat Access

Maryland · 10.0 mi

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Wiley Ford

West Virginia · 10.4 mi

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Gary Yoder soft access (formerly Black Oak Bottom)

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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Westernport soft access

Maryland · 11.6 mi

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Big Run State Park boat ramp

Maryland · 11.8 mi

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McCoole soft access

Maryland · 12.7 mi

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Keyser

West Virginia · 13.2 mi

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Spring Gap

Maryland · 13.2 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake

West Virginia · 14.5 mi

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Fort Ashby Lake Fishing Pier

West Virginia · 14.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Barnum

West Virginia · 14.8 mi

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Rocky Gap State Park soft access

Maryland · 16.6 mi

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Gordon Lake

Pennsylvania · 16.6 mi

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South Access

Pennsylvania · 17.1 mi

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North Access

Pennsylvania · 17.2 mi

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Rocky Gap State Park

Maryland · 17.3 mi

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Headsville

West Virginia · 17.5 mi

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Jennings Randolph Lake

Maryland · 17.6 mi

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Howell Run

West Virginia · 18.0 mi

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Koon Lake

Pennsylvania · 18.3 mi

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Larenim Park Lake

West Virginia · 18.7 mi

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Patterson Creek Larenim Park

West Virginia · 18.9 mi

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Blue Beach Bridge

West Virginia · 19.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Hanging Rock

West Virginia · 19.6 mi

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Maple Landing

West Virginia · 20.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Millesonne Mills Bridge

West Virginia · 20.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Paw Paw CR 1/1

West Virginia · 20.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Midlothian.

Frostburg, MD1 miMidland, MD3 miEckhart Mines, MD3 miLonaconing, MD5 miMount Savage, MD6 miPinto, MD7 miBarton, MD8 miRawlings, MD8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Midlothian include Howell Run, Paw Paw CR 1/1, Millesonne Mills Bridge. 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 Midlothian?

Near Midlothian 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 Midlothian?

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