Best Places to Kayak Near Thurmont, MD

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

30 nearby18 Rivers8 Creeks1 Lake
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Top Picks Near Thurmont

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees1

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner12 mi away
a boat is floating in the water at sunset2

Brunswick Riverside Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

RiverBeginner24 mi away
a dock on a lake3

Long Pine

Standout kayak fishing on Long Pine Reservoir

ReservoirBeginner23 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 3.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 4.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rocky Ridge / Maryland Rt. 77 Bridge

Maryland · 5.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 7.0 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Double Pipe Creek Park soft access

Maryland · 7.2 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 11.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Hapes Mill Road soft access

Maryland · 11.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 12.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 15.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Kiwanis Park soft access

Maryland · 15.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rose's Mill Park soft access

Maryland · 16.1 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 16.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Devil's Backbone Park

Maryland · 16.9 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 18.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 19.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Shepherdstown Pike Bridge

Maryland · 19.7 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Molly's Hole at Antietam National Battlefield

Maryland · 20.4 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 20.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 20.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 22.2 mi

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

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 22.4 mi

CanalKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Lock 29 / Lander

Maryland · 22.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Williamsport

Maryland · 22.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a dock on a lake

Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 22.9 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner

McMahons Mill

Maryland · 22.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 23.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 23.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam #4

West Virginia · 23.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 23.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Dam 4

Maryland · 23.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Thurmont.

Rocky Ridge, MD4 miSabillasville, MD6 miNew Midway, MD7 miEmmitsburg, MD7 miKeymar, MD7 miLadiesburg, MD8 miWoodsboro, MD8 miCascade, MD8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Thurmont include Greenbrier State Park, Brunswick Riverside Park, Long Pine. 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 Thurmont?

Near Thurmont 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 Thurmont?

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