Best Places to Kayak Near Scotland, MD

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

30 nearby11 Rivers7 Creeks6 Lakes
← All paddling in Maryland
a river running through a lush green forest

Buzz's Marina

Maryland · 1.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Point Lookout State Park - Pet Beach

Maryland · 1.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Point Lookout State Park - Marshland Nature Center

Maryland · 1.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

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

Maryland · 1.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Drury's Marina

Maryland · 2.2 mi

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

Point Lookout State Park

Maryland · 2.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Point Lookout State Park - Swimming Beach

Maryland · 3.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Fox Harbor Landing

Maryland · 3.4 mi

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

St. Inigoes Landing

Maryland · 4.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

St. George's Island Landing

Maryland · 6.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Elms Beach Park

Maryland · 7.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

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

Maryland · 8.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Piney Point Recreation Area

Maryland · 9.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Park (transient dock)

Maryland · 10.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Piney Point Museum soft access

Maryland · 10.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Cedar Cove Marina

Maryland · 11.7 mi

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

Olversons Lodge Creek Marina

Virginia · 12.1 mi

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

Lodge Landing

Virginia · 12.2 mi

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

Tall Timbers Landing

Maryland · 12.5 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Great Mills Canoe/Kayak Launch

Maryland · 13.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by lots of trees

Gardy's Mill Pond

Virginia · 15.0 mi

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

Coopers

Virginia · 15.1 mi

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

Hoopersville

Maryland · 15.3 mi

InletKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

St. Mary's River State Park

Maryland · 15.7 mi

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

Coles Point

Virginia · 16.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Boatel California

Maryland · 18.0 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Ewell County Wharf

Maryland · 18.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rhodes Point County Dock

Maryland · 18.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Solomons Fishing Center

Maryland · 18.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
body of water between trees

Shell

Virginia · 18.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Scotland include Point Lookout State Park, Tall Timbers Landing, Ewell County Wharf. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Scotland?

Near Scotland 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 Scotland?

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