Best Places to Kayak Near Stockton, MD

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

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Top Picks Near Stockton

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

Taylor Landing

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

BayBeginner3 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

George Island Landing

Open-water sea kayaking access on Chincoteague Bay

BayBeginner3 mi away
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Queens Sound

Just 8 miles from Stockton — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner8 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

George Island Landing

Maryland · 2.7 mi

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

Taylor Landing

Maryland · 3.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Pocomoke State Forest - Mattaponi Creek soft access

Maryland · 6.6 mi

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Shad Landing Marina

Maryland · 6.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Milburn Landing soft access

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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Cottingham Mill

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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Queens Sound

Virginia · 7.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
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Town Branch

Maryland · 8.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Stevenson Pond soft access

Maryland · 8.8 mi

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Pocomoke River Dockside slips

Maryland · 9.0 mi

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Pocomoke City

Maryland · 9.0 mi

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Byrd Park East

Maryland · 9.0 mi

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Sturgis Park soft access

Maryland · 9.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Sturgis Park - transient docking

Maryland · 9.2 mi

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

Public Landing

Maryland · 10.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Public Landing - soft access

Maryland · 10.2 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Red House Road Bridge

Maryland · 10.2 mi

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Cedar Hall Wharf

Maryland · 11.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Shelltown

Maryland · 13.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Rehobeth

Maryland · 13.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a river running through a lush green forest

Mason Landing

Maryland · 15.7 mi

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

South Point Landing

Maryland · 16.8 mi

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

Assateague - Old Ferry Landing

Maryland · 17.2 mi

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

Assateague - Bayside Drive/Kayak

Maryland · 17.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
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Hammock

Virginia · 17.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Rumbly Point

Maryland · 17.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Manokin River Park soft access

Maryland · 19.1 mi

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

Assateague State Park

Maryland · 19.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner

Adkins Mill Park

Maryland · 20.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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Coulbourn Creek

Maryland · 21.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Stockton.

Greenbackville, VA3 miGirdletree, MD4 miHorntown, VA6 miPocomoke City, MD8 miChincoteague Island, VA8 miNew Church, VA8 miWattsville, VA9 miSnow Hill, MD10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Stockton include Taylor Landing, George Island Landing, Queens Sound. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Stockton?

Near Stockton 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 Stockton?

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