Best Places to Kayak Near Piney Point, MD

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

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Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 0.3 mi

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Piney Point Museum soft access

Maryland · 1.3 mi

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Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 1.3 mi

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St. George's Island Landing

Maryland · 2.9 mi

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Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 2.9 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 3.4 mi

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

Maryland · 5.2 mi

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A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

St. Inigoes Landing

Maryland · 5.2 mi

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Fox Harbor Landing

Maryland · 6.5 mi

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Great Mills Canoe/Kayak Launch

Maryland · 6.8 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Coles Point

Virginia · 7.1 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 8.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Drury's Marina

Maryland · 8.3 mi

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a river running through a lush green forest

Buzz's Marina

Maryland · 8.3 mi

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Elms Beach Park

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Olversons Lodge Creek Marina

Virginia · 10.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Lodge Landing

Virginia · 10.3 mi

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Point Lookout State Park - Marshland Nature Center

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Gardy's Mill Pond

Virginia · 10.9 mi

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Point Lookout State Park - Pet Beach

Maryland · 11.0 mi

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Point Lookout State Park - Green's Loop Paddle-in Camp Sites

Maryland · 11.0 mi

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

Point Lookout State Park

Maryland · 11.4 mi

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Point Lookout State Park - Swimming Beach

Maryland · 11.9 mi

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Camp Calvert Landing

Maryland · 12.1 mi

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Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (soft access)

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 12.6 mi

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Newtowne Neck State Park Paddle-In Campsite (East)

Maryland · 12.8 mi

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Myrtle Point Park soft launch

Maryland · 13.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Piney Point, MD?

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

What types of paddling can I do near Piney Point?

Near Piney Point 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 Piney Point?

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