Best Places to Kayak Near Mount Savage, MD
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Mount Savage, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Mount Savage
Blue Ford North
Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding
2Paw Paw CR 1/1
A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River
3Millesonne Mills Bridge
A top-rated creek launch on South Branch Potomac River
Potomac River Industrial Park boat ramp
Maryland · 6.1 mi
Allegany County Fairgrounds Boat Access
Maryland · 7.3 mi
Eugene Mason Sports Complex Boat Access
Maryland · 8.1 mi
Wiley Ford
West Virginia · 8.7 mi
Gordon Lake
Pennsylvania · 11.1 mi
Rocky Gap State Park soft access
Maryland · 11.9 mi
Rocky Gap State Park
Maryland · 12.4 mi
Spring Gap
Maryland · 12.5 mi
Koon Lake
Pennsylvania · 12.6 mi
New Germany State Park
Maryland · 13.9 mi
Gary Yoder soft access (formerly Black Oak Bottom)
Maryland · 15.7 mi
Fort Ashby Lake
West Virginia · 16.0 mi
Fort Ashby Lake Fishing Pier
West Virginia · 16.2 mi
Westernport soft access
Maryland · 17.5 mi
Big Run State Park boat ramp
Maryland · 17.7 mi
McCoole soft access
Maryland · 18.1 mi
Keyser
West Virginia · 18.4 mi
North Access
Pennsylvania · 18.7 mi
South Access
Pennsylvania · 18.8 mi
Mouth of South Branch
West Virginia · 19.3 mi

Paw Paw CR 1/1
West Virginia · 19.6 mi
Blue Ford North
West Virginia · 20.0 mi
Blue Beach Bridge
West Virginia · 20.6 mi

Barnum
West Virginia · 20.8 mi
Maple Landing
West Virginia · 20.8 mi

Millesonne Mills Bridge
West Virginia · 20.9 mi
Headsville
West Virginia · 21.2 mi

Markleton
Pennsylvania · 21.8 mi

Hanging Rock
West Virginia · 21.8 mi
Indian Lake
Pennsylvania · 22.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Mount Savage, MD?
Top picks near Mount Savage include Blue Ford North, 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 Mount Savage?
Near Mount Savage 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 Savage?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Mount Savage are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.