Best Places to Kayak Near Walkersville, MD

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

30 nearby16 Rivers8 Creeks4 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Walkersville

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Piney Run Park

Standout kayak fishing on Piney Run - Piney Run Lake

LakeBeginner20 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

CreekBeginner15 mi away
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Point of Rocks

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

RiverBeginner18 mi away
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 2.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 3.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 5.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 6.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 7.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rocky Ridge / Maryland Rt. 77 Bridge

Maryland · 9.1 mi

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Double Pipe Creek Park soft access

Maryland · 9.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 11.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 11.7 mi

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Hapes Mill Road soft access

Maryland · 12.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 14.9 mi

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Park Mills Boat Ramp

Maryland · 15.6 mi

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Lock 29 / Lander

Maryland · 16.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Noland's Ferry

Maryland · 17.4 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Point of Rocks

Maryland · 17.6 mi

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McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Virginia · 17.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Monocacy

Maryland · 18.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 18.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 19.0 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Black Hill Regional Park boat ramp

Maryland · 19.5 mi

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Devil's Backbone Park

Maryland · 19.7 mi

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Black Hill Regional Park soft access

Maryland · 20.0 mi

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Shepherdstown Pike Bridge

Maryland · 20.1 mi

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Piney Run Park

Maryland · 20.1 mi

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Molly's Hole at Antietam National Battlefield

Maryland · 20.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Rose's Mill Park soft access

Maryland · 20.6 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Dickerson Conservation Park

Maryland · 20.7 mi

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Kiwanis Park soft access

Maryland · 21.3 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 21.5 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 21.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Walkersville.

Woodsboro, MD5 miFrederick, MD6 miLibertytown, MD6 miNew Midway, MD7 miKeymar, MD7 miNew Market, MD8 miLadiesburg, MD8 miUnionville, MD9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Walkersville 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, creeks, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Walkersville?

Near Walkersville 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 Walkersville?

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