Best Places to Kayak Near Queenstown, MD

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

30 nearby15 Creeks7 Bays6 Rivers
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Top Picks Near Queenstown

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

Claiborne Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Chesapeake Bay - Eastern Bay

BayBeginner11 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Little Creek

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

BayBeginner7 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Matapeake State Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Chesapeake Bay

BayBeginner11 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Bryantown Landing

Maryland · 1.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Queenstown Dock

Maryland · 2.4 mi

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

Cabin Creek Landing

Maryland · 3.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Jackson Creek Landing

Maryland · 3.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Wye Mills Lake

Maryland · 4.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC)

Maryland · 4.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wye Island soft access

Maryland · 4.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Wells Cove

Maryland · 4.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Bennett's Point Landing

Maryland · 5.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Wye Landing

Maryland · 5.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Kent Narrows Landing

Maryland · 5.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Chester

Maryland · 5.3 mi

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

Goodhands Creek Landing

Maryland · 6.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Bogles Wharf - Eastern Neck NWR

Maryland · 6.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Skipton Landing

Maryland · 6.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Pickering Creek Audubon Center

Maryland · 6.6 mi

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

Little Creek

Maryland · 7.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Ingleside Recreation Area

Maryland · 7.6 mi

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

Centerville Wharf

Maryland · 8.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Thompson Creek Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 8.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Thompson Creek Landing soft access

Maryland · 8.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tunis Mills Bridge Landing

Maryland · 9.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Terrapin Nature Park

Maryland · 9.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Warehouse Creek Landing

Maryland · 9.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tilghman Creek Landing

Maryland · 10.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cliff City

Maryland · 10.4 mi

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

Claiborne Landing

Maryland · 10.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Shipping Creek

Maryland · 10.8 mi

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

Matapeake State Park

Maryland · 10.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Long Cove

Maryland · 10.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Queenstown.

Grasonville, MD3 miWye Mills, MD4 miChester, MD7 miCentreville, MD9 miQueen Anne, MD9 miStevensville, MD10 miCordova, MD10 miClaiborne, MD11 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Queenstown include Claiborne Landing, Little Creek, Matapeake State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Queenstown?

Near Queenstown 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 Queenstown?

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