Best Places to Kayak Near Newark, MD

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

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Top Picks Near Newark

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background1

Taylor Landing

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

BayBeginner13 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

87th St. Caribbean Drive

Open-water sea kayaking access on Assawoman Bay

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

George Island Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

BayBeginner15 mi away
a river running through a lush green forest

Mason Landing

Maryland · 1.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

South Point Landing

Maryland · 5.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Public Landing - soft access

Maryland · 6.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Public Landing

Maryland · 6.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Assateague - Bayside Drive/Kayak

Maryland · 7.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Adkins Mill Park

Maryland · 7.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Assateague State Park

Maryland · 7.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Sturgis Park - transient docking

Maryland · 7.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Sturgis Park soft access

Maryland · 7.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Assateague - Old Ferry Landing

Maryland · 7.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Byrd Park East

Maryland · 7.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lewis Road Canoe and Kayak Launch

Maryland · 8.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Red House Road Bridge

Maryland · 9.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gum Point Landing

Maryland · 10.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Shad Landing Marina

Maryland · 11.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

West Ocean City

Maryland · 11.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Homer Gudelsky Park

Maryland · 11.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Taylor Landing

Maryland · 12.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Pocomoke State Forest - Mattaponi Creek soft access

Maryland · 12.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Shell Mill Landing

Maryland · 13.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Bahia Marina

Maryland · 13.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Isle of Wight Park soft access

Maryland · 13.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Milburn Landing soft access

Maryland · 13.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cottingham Mill

Maryland · 14.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Mill Pond

Delaware · 14.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

George Island Landing

Maryland · 14.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

64th Street Boat Ramp - Ocean City

Maryland · 15.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

87th St. Caribbean Drive

Maryland · 16.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Schumaker Park soft access

Maryland · 16.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Northside Park

Maryland · 17.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Newark.

Powellville, MD7 miSnow Hill, MD8 miBerlin, MD9 miWillards, MD11 miWhaleyville, MD11 miPittsville, MD11 miShowell, MD11 miGirdletree, MD12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Newark include Taylor Landing, 87th St. Caribbean Drive, George Island Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Newark?

Near Newark 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 Newark?

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