Best Places to Kayak Near Smithsburg, MD

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

30 nearby23 Rivers2 Creeks2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Smithsburg

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees1

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner8 mi away
a boat is floating in the water at sunset2

Point of Rocks

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

RiverBeginner26 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Shaperds Town

A top-rated river launch on Potomac River

RiverBeginner19 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 6.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 7.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 13.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 14.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 14.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 14.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 16.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 17.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 18.4 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 19.0 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 19.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 19.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 20.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 21.0 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 21.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 21.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 23.3 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 23.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lock 34

Maryland · 23.5 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 23.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 23.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 23.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cherry Run

West Virginia · 24.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Point of Rocks

Maryland · 25.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a waterfall with trees in the background

McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Virginia · 25.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Noland's Ferry

Maryland · 28.0 mi

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

Millville (below dam)

West Virginia · 28.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river with rocks and trees

Jones Springs

West Virginia · 28.3 mi

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

Millville Dam

West Virginia · 28.5 mi

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

Millville Dam (above dam)

West Virginia · 29.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Smithsburg.

Cavetown, MD1 miChewsville, MD3 miCascade, MD6 miSabillasville, MD6 miRouzerville, PA6 miFunkstown, MD8 miBlue Ridge Summit, PA8 miWaynesboro, PA8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Smithsburg include Greenbrier State Park, Point of Rocks, Shaperds Town. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, creeks, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Smithsburg?

Near Smithsburg 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 Smithsburg?

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