Best Places to Kayak Near Swanton, MD
30 public launch points within 50 miles of Swanton, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.
Top Picks Near Swanton
Deep Creek Lake State Park
Maryland · 4.7 mi
Jennings Randolph Lake
Maryland · 7.1 mi
Big Run State Park boat ramp
Maryland · 7.2 mi
Barnum
West Virginia · 7.5 mi
Howell Run
West Virginia · 7.9 mi
Broadford Recreational Park
Maryland · 8.5 mi
Hoyes Run
Maryland · 9.9 mi
Westernport soft access
Maryland · 10.4 mi
Herrington Manor State Park
Maryland · 11.5 mi
Sang Run
Maryland · 11.7 mi
New Germany State Park
Maryland · 12.6 mi
Crellin Bridge soft access
Maryland · 13.3 mi
McCoole soft access
Maryland · 13.7 mi
Keyser
West Virginia · 14.4 mi
New Creek Lake, Dam #14
West Virginia · 15.7 mi
Friendsville Community Town Park
Maryland · 15.7 mi
Gary Yoder soft access (formerly Black Oak Bottom)
Maryland · 15.9 mi
Mill Run
Maryland · 18.2 mi
Mount Storm Lake
West Virginia · 18.6 mi
Rhine Creek Fishing Access
West Virginia · 18.7 mi
Stoney River (Mt. Storm Lake)
West Virginia · 19.7 mi
Larenim Park Lake
West Virginia · 19.9 mi
Somerfield South
Pennsylvania · 20.5 mi
Patterson Creek Larenim Park
West Virginia · 20.7 mi
South Access
Pennsylvania · 20.8 mi
Somerfield North
Pennsylvania · 20.9 mi
Jockey Hollow
Pennsylvania · 21.0 mi
North Access
Pennsylvania · 21.2 mi
Headsville
West Virginia · 21.4 mi
Tubs Run
Pennsylvania · 21.8 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to kayak near Swanton, MD?
Top picks near Swanton include Howell Run, Deep Creek Lake State Park, Mount Storm Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, creeks, rivers.
What types of paddling can I do near Swanton?
Near Swanton 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 Swanton?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Swanton are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.