Best Places to Kayak Near Suitland, MD

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

30 nearby19 Rivers3 Canals3 Creeks
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Top Picks Near Suitland

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Georgetown Visitor Center

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

CanalBeginner9 mi away
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Lake Burke

Standout kayak fishing on Burke Lake

LakeBeginner21 mi away
a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees3

Scotts Cove

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

ReservoirBeginner20 mi away
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Anacostia Park Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 3.7 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Capital Cove Marina (Bolling Air Force Base)

District of Columbia · 5.5 mi

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Bladensburg

Maryland · 6.4 mi

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Gravelly Point Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 6.6 mi

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Gravelly Point

Virginia · 6.6 mi

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Columbia Island Marina Boat Ramp

District of Columbia · 7.2 mi

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Georgetown Visitor Center

District of Columbia · 8.6 mi

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Fletchers Cove

District of Columbia · 11.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Ft. Washington Marina

Maryland · 11.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Piscataway Park

Maryland · 11.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in

Maryland · 11.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jackson's Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 12.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wooten's Landing soft access

Maryland · 12.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Selby's Landing

Maryland · 13.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Queen Anne Canoe Launch

Maryland · 13.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Davidsonville Park soft access

Maryland · 14.3 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Marshall Hall

Maryland · 14.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clyde Watson Boating Area

Maryland · 18.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Anglers Inn - River

Maryland · 19.0 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Anglers Inn - Canal

Maryland · 19.0 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Supplee Lane Recreation Area

Maryland · 19.6 mi

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

Town Point Marina

Maryland · 20.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Deale Marina

Maryland · 20.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harbor Cove Marina

Maryland · 20.1 mi

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a lake surrounded by tall grass and trees

Scotts Cove

Maryland · 20.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Galesville Wharf

Maryland · 20.6 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Aqueduct Lock 20 - Canal

Maryland · 20.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Aqueduct Lock 20 - River

Maryland · 20.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a dramatic desert canyon at sunset

Brown's Bridge Recreation Area

Maryland · 21.1 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake during daytime

Lake Burke

Virginia · 21.3 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Suitland.

District Heights, MD2 miTemple Hills, MD2 miCapitol Heights, MD3 miAndrews Air Force Base, MD4 miOxon Hill, MD4 miWashington Navy Yard, DC4 miClinton, MD6 miFort Washington, MD7 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Suitland include Georgetown Visitor Center, Lake Burke, Scotts Cove. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, canals, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Suitland?

Near Suitland 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 Suitland?

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