Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Rainier, MD
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Mount Rainier, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Mount Rainier
1Georgetown Visitor Center
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Greenbridge
Standout kayak fishing on Patuxent River - Tridelphia Reservoir
3Scotts Cove
Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms
Bladensburg
Maryland · 1.6 mi
Anacostia Park Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 4.4 mi
Georgetown Visitor Center
District of Columbia · 5.8 mi
Columbia Island Marina Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 6.5 mi
Gravelly Point Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 6.8 mi
Gravelly Point
Virginia · 6.8 mi
Fletchers Cove
District of Columbia · 7.6 mi
Capital Cove Marina (Bolling Air Force Base)
District of Columbia · 8.1 mi
Supplee Lane Recreation Area
Maryland · 13.2 mi
Scotts Cove
Maryland · 13.8 mi
Brown's Bridge Recreation Area
Maryland · 14.0 mi
Anglers Inn - Canal
Maryland · 14.4 mi
Anglers Inn - River
Maryland · 14.4 mi
Davidsonville Park soft access
Maryland · 15.2 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - Canal
Maryland · 15.7 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - River
Maryland · 15.8 mi
Wooten's Landing soft access
Maryland · 15.9 mi
Queen Anne Canoe Launch
Maryland · 16.1 mi
Swains Lock - Canal
Maryland · 16.1 mi
Swains Lock - River
Maryland · 16.2 mi
Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in
Maryland · 16.4 mi
Ft. Washington Marina
Maryland · 16.9 mi
Piscataway Park
Maryland · 17.4 mi
Greenbridge
Maryland · 17.9 mi
Jackson's Landing boat ramp
Maryland · 18.1 mi
Pig Tail Recreation Area at Triadelphia Reservoir Lake
Maryland · 19.1 mi
Marshall Hall
Maryland · 19.3 mi
Pennyfield Lock
Maryland · 19.3 mi
Selby's Landing
Maryland · 19.4 mi
Big Branch Recreation Area at Triadelphia Lake
Maryland · 20.3 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Mount Rainier, MD?
Top picks near Mount Rainier include Georgetown Visitor Center, Greenbridge, Scotts Cove. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, canals, reservoirs.
What types of paddling can I do near Mount Rainier?
Near Mount Rainier 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 Mount Rainier?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Mount Rainier are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.