Best Places to Kayak Near Parkville, MD

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

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Top Picks Near Parkville

red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime1

Baltimore County Sailing Center

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

InletBeginner12 mi away
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime2

Rocky Point

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

InletBeginner12 mi away
a body of water surrounded by a forest3

Boat Dock Road

Standout kayak fishing on North Branch Patapsco River - Liberty Lake

LakeBeginner19 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Loch Raven Fishing Center

Maryland · 5.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hawthorne Park

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cox Point Park

Maryland · 7.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wilson Point Park

Maryland · 7.6 mi

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

Canton Waterfront Park

Maryland · 7.8 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Inverness Park

Maryland · 9.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Merritt Park

Maryland · 9.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chesterwood Park

Maryland · 9.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Broening Park

Maryland · 10.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Gunpowder Falls State Park

Maryland · 10.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Middle Branch Park - soft access (west)

Maryland · 10.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mariner Point Park boat ramp

Maryland · 10.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Mariner Point Park - soft access (south)

Maryland · 10.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Watersedge Park

Maryland · 10.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Oasis Marina

Maryland · 10.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Turner Station Park

Maryland · 10.3 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bowleys Marina

Maryland · 10.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gunpowder Falls State Park - Hammerman Day Use Area

Maryland · 10.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Southwest Area Park

Maryland · 11.4 mi

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red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime

Baltimore County Sailing Center

Maryland · 11.8 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime

Rocky Point

Maryland · 12.1 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Armistead

Maryland · 12.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Otter Creek Roadside

Maryland · 14.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Otter Creek Narina

Maryland · 15.2 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Flying Point Marina

Maryland · 15.5 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Flying Point Park

Maryland · 15.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fort Smallwood Park - soft access

Maryland · 15.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Willoughby Beach Public Landing

Maryland · 16.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Boat Dock Road

Maryland · 18.7 mi

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

Downs Park - Locust Cove soft access

Maryland · 19.6 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Parkville include Baltimore County Sailing Center, Rocky Point, Boat Dock Road. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, inlets.

What types of paddling can I do near Parkville?

Near Parkville 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 Parkville?

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