Best Places to Kayak Near Thurmont, MD

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

30 nearby20 Rivers4 Lakes2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Thurmont

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Piney Run Park

Standout kayak fishing on Piney Run - Piney Run Lake

LakeBeginner27 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees2

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 sunset3

Point of Rocks

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

RiverBeginner24 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

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 7.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 11.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 12.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 15.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 16.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
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
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

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 22.4 mi

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Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 22.9 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 23.1 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 23.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 23.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 24.1 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Point of Rocks

Maryland · 24.2 mi

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brown wooden bench near lake during night time

Long Arm Dam

Pennsylvania · 24.2 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 24.2 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Virginia · 24.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 24.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Noland's Ferry

Maryland · 25.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 25.9 mi

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

Lock 34

Maryland · 26.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Monocacy

Maryland · 26.5 mi

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a couple of boats on a lake

Piney Run Park

Maryland · 26.6 mi

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Codorus State Park Black Rock Bridge

Pennsylvania · 27.6 mi

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a person in a boat on a lake surrounded by trees

Codorus State Park Wonder Cove

Pennsylvania · 28.2 mi

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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 Piney Run Park, Greenbrier State Park, Point of Rocks. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, canals.

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.