Best Places to Kayak Near Ridge, MD

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

30 nearby10 Creeks8 Rivers4 Inlets
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Top Picks Near Ridge

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

Crocheron

Standout kayak fishing on Fishing Bay

BayBeginner20 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Point Lookout State Park

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

BayBeginner5 mi away
red and white kayak on brown sand near body of water during daytime3

Tall Timbers Landing

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, dock

InletBeginner10 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Drury's Marina

Maryland · 0.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Buzz's Marina

Maryland · 1.2 mi

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

St. Inigoes Landing

Maryland · 2.4 mi

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

Point Lookout State Park

Maryland · 5.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

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

Maryland · 6.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 7.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 9.4 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 10.3 mi

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

Olversons Lodge Creek Marina

Virginia · 12.4 mi

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

Lodge Landing

Virginia · 12.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 13.2 mi

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

Hoopersville

Maryland · 14.3 mi

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

Coles Point

Virginia · 14.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Gardy's Mill Pond

Virginia · 14.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 15.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 15.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Spring Cove Marina

Maryland · 15.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A stream running through a lush green forest

K. B. Derr & Son

Maryland · 16.0 mi

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

Coopers

Virginia · 17.2 mi

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

Abell's Wharf boat ramp

Maryland · 17.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Tyler Cove

Maryland · 17.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Asquith Island

Maryland · 18.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Forest Landing

Maryland · 18.6 mi

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

Pawleys Marina

Maryland · 19.3 mi

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

Kirwins Wharf

Maryland · 19.3 mi

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

Crocheron

Maryland · 19.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Ewell County Wharf

Maryland · 20.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Fitzies Marina

Maryland · 20.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Combs Creek Marina

Maryland · 20.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Golden Hill

Maryland · 20.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Ridge.

Dameron, MD3 miScotland, MD3 miSaint Inigoes, MD3 miSaint Marys City, MD6 miDrayden, MD7 miPiney Point, MD7 miPark Hall, MD8 miValley Lee, MD9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Ridge include Crocheron, Point Lookout State Park, Tall Timbers Landing. 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 Ridge?

Near Ridge 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 Ridge?

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