Best Places to Kayak Near Patuxent River, MD

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

30 nearby10 Rivers9 Creeks6 Bays
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Top Picks Near Patuxent River

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

Tall Timbers Landing

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

InletBeginner9 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees2

St. Mary's River State Park

Standout kayak fishing on Evitts Pond

LakeBeginner6 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset3

Forest Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

ReservoirBeginner7 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 3.8 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 3.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Spring Cove Marina

Maryland · 4.0 mi

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Great Mills Canoe/Kayak Launch

Maryland · 4.3 mi

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A stream running through a lush green forest

K. B. Derr & Son

Maryland · 4.6 mi

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Myrtle Point Park soft launch

Maryland · 4.6 mi

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Clarkes Landing

Maryland · 5.5 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 5.9 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

St. Mary's College of Maryland - James P. Muldoon River Center

Maryland · 6.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Elms Beach Park

Maryland · 6.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 7.3 mi

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Greenwell State Park

Maryland · 8.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 8.3 mi

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum day-use pier

Maryland · 8.5 mi

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (South)

Maryland · 8.5 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 9.1 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum soft access (North)

Maryland · 9.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 10.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Camp Calvert Landing

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (soft access)

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Island Creek Marina

Maryland · 10.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Museum soft access

Maryland · 11.0 mi

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A row of boats sitting on top of a grass covered field

Lens Marina

Maryland · 11.0 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 11.1 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 11.3 mi

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Fox Harbor Landing

Maryland · 11.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

St. Inigoes Landing

Maryland · 11.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Nan's Cove soft access

Maryland · 11.7 mi

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St. George's Island Landing

Maryland · 11.9 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Patuxent River.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Patuxent River, MD?

Top picks near Patuxent River include Tall Timbers Landing, St. Mary's River State Park, Forest Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Patuxent River?

Near Patuxent River 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 Patuxent River?

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