Best Places to Kayak Near Waynesboro, PA

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

30 nearby16 Rivers7 Lakes3 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Waynesboro

Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees1

Greenbrier State Park

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

CreekBeginner16 mi away
a dock on a lake2

Fannettsburg Dam

Standout kayak fishing on West Branch Conococheague Creek - Mountain Lake

LakeBeginner25 mi away
Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss3

Shaperds Town

A top-rated river launch on Potomac River

RiverBeginner26 mi away
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 11.1 mi

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a dock on a lake

Long Pine

Pennsylvania · 13.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 15.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 18.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 20.4 mi

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Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 20.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - West

Maryland · 21.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Taylors Landing - East

Maryland · 21.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Snyders Landing

Maryland · 23.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 24.2 mi

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a dock on a lake

Fannettsburg Dam

Pennsylvania · 24.7 mi

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a dock on a lake

Laurel Lake

Pennsylvania · 24.8 mi

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a bunch of boats that are sitting in the grass

Cowans Gap Lake - 2

Pennsylvania · 24.9 mi

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a dock on a lake

Cowans Gap Lake - 1

Pennsylvania · 25.0 mi

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a person in a boat on a lake surrounded by trees

Letterkenny Reservoir

Pennsylvania · 25.0 mi

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

Antietam Creek Campground

Maryland · 25.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 38

Maryland · 25.8 mi

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

Shaperds Town

West Virginia · 25.9 mi

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tilt-shift photography of man riding boat

Cherry Run

West Virginia · 26.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lime Kiln

Maryland · 27.4 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

SGL 169

Pennsylvania · 27.6 mi

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white boat on body of water during daytime

Meadow Grounds Lake

Pennsylvania · 27.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 27.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 28.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Dargan Bend

Maryland · 29.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
brown wooden bench near lake during night time

Long Arm Dam

Pennsylvania · 30.6 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Lock 34

Maryland · 31.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 31.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Lock 33 (East)

Maryland · 31.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 31.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Waynesboro.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Waynesboro, PA?

Top picks near Waynesboro include Greenbrier State Park, Fannettsburg Dam, Shaperds Town. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Waynesboro?

Near Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro?

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