Best Places to Kayak Near Woodsboro, MD

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

30 nearby15 Rivers8 Creeks5 Lakes
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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Creagerstown Park

Maryland · 3.7 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Devilbiss Bridge

Maryland · 4.6 mi

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Rocky Ridge / Maryland Rt. 77 Bridge

Maryland · 5.0 mi

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Double Pipe Creek Park soft access

Maryland · 5.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Riverside Park

Maryland · 7.6 mi

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Hapes Mill Road soft access

Maryland · 8.1 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Pinecliff Park

Maryland · 10.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · 10.9 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gambrill Mill Soft Launch at Monocacy National Battlefield

Maryland · 12.2 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Buckeystown Community Park

Maryland · 15.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Greenbrier State Park

Maryland · 17.0 mi

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a couple of boats on a lake

Piney Run Park

Maryland · 19.0 mi

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Park Mills Boat Ramp

Maryland · 19.9 mi

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Paddleboarder on clear blue ocean water with coastal hills

210Longstreet Seawall&Dock,LakeHeritage,Gettysburg

Pennsylvania · 20.2 mi

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Lock 29 / Lander

Maryland · 21.0 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Noland's Ferry

Maryland · 21.9 mi

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Devil's Backbone Park

Maryland · 22.0 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Point of Rocks

Maryland · 22.1 mi

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Rose's Mill Park soft access

Maryland · 22.2 mi

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Kiwanis Park soft access

Maryland · 22.2 mi

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a waterfall with trees in the background

McKimmey (Point of Rocks)

Virginia · 22.3 mi

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brown wooden bench near lake during night time

Long Arm Dam

Pennsylvania · 22.3 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Monocacy

Maryland · 22.7 mi

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Black Hill Regional Park boat ramp

Maryland · 22.9 mi

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a boat is floating in the water at sunset

Brunswick Riverside Park

Maryland · 23.0 mi

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Shepherdstown Pike Bridge

Maryland · 23.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Brunswick Boat Ramp

Maryland · 23.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by a forest

Boat Dock Road

Maryland · 23.4 mi

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Black Hill Regional Park soft access

Maryland · 23.4 mi

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Molly's Hole at Antietam National Battlefield

Maryland · 23.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Woodsboro include Piney Run Park, Boat Dock Road, Greenbrier State Park. 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 Woodsboro?

Near Woodsboro 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 Woodsboro?

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