Best Places to Kayak Near West River, MD

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

30 nearby17 Creeks8 Rivers5 Bays
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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Galesville Wharf

Maryland · 1.2 mi

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Franklin Point State Park

Maryland · 1.6 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 2.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Clarks Marina

Maryland · 2.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Leatherbury Point Marina

Maryland · 2.1 mi

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Discovery Village - boat ramp

Maryland · 2.1 mi

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Discovery Village - soft access

Maryland · 2.2 mi

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Jack Creek Park

Maryland · 2.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Harbor Cove Marina

Maryland · 3.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Deale Marina

Maryland · 3.4 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Town Point Marina

Maryland · 4.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cadle Creek Marina

Maryland · 4.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Carr's Wharf

Maryland · 4.5 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Casa Rio Marina

Maryland · 4.5 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Rhode River Marina

Maryland · 4.7 mi

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Beverly Triton Beach soft access

Maryland · 4.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Holiday Hill Marina

Maryland · 4.8 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Mayo Beach Park - soft access

Maryland · 5.4 mi

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Rose Haven Memorial Park

Maryland · 6.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Quiet Waters Park

Maryland · 7.8 mi

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North Beach Public Beach

Maryland · 8.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Queen Anne Canoe Launch

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Wooten's Landing soft access

Maryland · 8.4 mi

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A wooden bridge spans a river in a snowy landscape.

Rod 'N' Reel Marina West

Maryland · 9.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Patuxent River Wetlands Park / Wayson's Canoe & Kayak put-in

Maryland · 9.3 mi

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Homeport Farm Park

Maryland · 9.5 mi

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Mount Calvert Historical & Archaeological Park

Maryland · 9.8 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Jackson's Landing boat ramp

Maryland · 9.8 mi

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Ellen O. Moyer Nature Park at Back Creek

Maryland · 9.9 mi

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Iron Pot Landing

Maryland · 10.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near West River, MD?

Top picks near West River include Mayo Beach Park - soft access, Rose Haven Memorial Park, Quiet Waters Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on creeks, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near West River?

Near West River 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 West River?

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