Best Places to Kayak Near Queenstown, MD

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

30 nearby17 Creeks6 Rivers5 Bays

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Top Picks Near Queenstown

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

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 background

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 background

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

Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Wye Mills Lake

Maryland · 4.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

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

Little Creek

Maryland · 7.3 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

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

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

Romancoke Fishing Pier and soft access

Maryland · 11.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Skinner's Neck

Maryland · 11.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tuckahoe State Park

Maryland · 11.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Miles River Bridge Landing

Maryland · 11.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harrington

Maryland · 11.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hillsboro

Maryland · 11.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gray's Inn Landing

Maryland · 11.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Stoney Point Landing

Maryland · 11.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Queenstown.

Grasonville, MD3 mi Wye Mills, MD4 mi Chester, MD7 mi Centreville, MD9 mi Queen Anne, MD9 mi Stevensville, MD10 mi Cordova, MD10 mi Claiborne, 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, rivers, bays.

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.