Kayaking Near Washington, DC
30 paddling locations within 50 miles of Washington.
Georgetown Visitor Center
District of Columbia · 2.3 mi
Columbia Island Marina Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 3.1 mi
Anacostia Park Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 3.4 mi
Gravelly Point Boat Ramp
District of Columbia · 3.6 mi
Gravelly Point
Virginia · 3.6 mi
Bladensburg
Maryland · 4.5 mi
Fletchers Cove
District of Columbia · 4.6 mi
Capital Cove Marina (Bolling Air Force Base)
District of Columbia · 5.4 mi
Daingerfield Island Sailing Club
Virginia · 5.6 mi
Anglers Inn - Canal
Maryland · 12.3 mi
Anglers Inn - River
Maryland · 12.3 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - Canal
Maryland · 13.8 mi
Aqueduct Lock 20 - River
Maryland · 13.9 mi
Ft. Washington Marina
Maryland · 14.5 mi
Swains Lock - Canal
Maryland · 14.6 mi
Swains Lock - River
Maryland · 14.7 mi
Piscataway Park
Maryland · 15.0 mi
Supplee Lane Recreation Area
Maryland · 16.3 mi
Marshall Hall
Maryland · 16.3 mi
Brown's Bridge Recreation Area
Maryland · 16.4 mi
Scotts Cove
Maryland · 16.8 mi
Pennyfield Lock
Maryland · 17.9 mi
Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in
Maryland · 17.9 mi
Wooten's Landing soft access
Maryland · 18.0 mi
Davidsonville Park soft access
Maryland · 18.1 mi
Queen Anne Canoe Launch
Maryland · 18.5 mi
Lake Burke
Virginia · 18.7 mi
Jackson's Landing boat ramp
Maryland · 19.2 mi
Greenbridge
Maryland · 19.8 mi
Violettes Lock / Lock 23
Maryland · 19.8 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I kayak near Washington, DC?
There are 30 kayak launch points within 50 miles of Washington. Popular water body types include rivers, canals, reservoirs.
What types of paddling can I do near Washington?
Near Washington 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 Washington?
Yes! Most public boat ramps near Washington are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.