Water Access
NOTICE: No walk ins allowed when park gates are closed.
The Natural Resources Division provides opportunities for the public to access the water for fishing, crabbing, boating or beach combing.
Mobile Map Now Available
Water Access & Local Amenities: A mobile friendly map will help paddlers, anglers, and others who enjoy the water discover other amenities found around the different water access locations. This includes restaurants, accommodations, heritage sites and other sites to continue their exploration of Calvert County .
#PatuxentChallenge
The #PatuxentChallenge is a fun way for families and individuals to explore the Patuxent River. Activities include hiking, kayaking, fishing, historic sites, and picnicking . Read more...
Water Trail Adventures in Calvert County, Maryland Guide
Guides are available at sites throughout the county such as Kings Landing Park, Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, Solomons Visitor Center, Solomons Boat Ramp, North Beach Welcome Center, Chesapeake Beach Town Hall, and Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Nature Center. Calvert County residents should call the Calvert County Natural Resources Division at 410-535-5327 if they would like a free copy mailed to them. The guide can be purchased ($3 to cover postage) from the SDNR Outdoor Store.
Trailered Boat Ramp
- Solomons Boat Ramp and Fishing Pier
14195 Solomons Island S, Solomons
Ramp fee charged. - Chesapeake Beach
4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach
Ramp fee charged. - Hallowing Point Boat Ramp.
6904 Hallowing Lane, Prince Frederick
No fees. - Commercial Boat Ramps around Solomons
- Public Boat Ramps in Saint Mary’s County
Kayak and Canoe Launch
Lower Marlboro Wharf
3955 Lower Marlboro Road, Owings
(direct access to Patuxent River, floating dock)
Limited Parking. No fees.- Kings Landing Park
3255 Kings Landing Road, Huntingtown
(200 foot walk to Patuxent River, pier or natural shoreline)
No fees. - Nan’s Cove
8081 Broomes Island Rd, Broomes Island
(direct access to Patuxent River, floating dock)
No fees. - Solomons Boat Ramp and Fishing Pier
14195 Solomons Island S, Solomons
(direct access to Patuxent River, ramp)
Ramp fee charged. - Flag Ponds Nature Park
1525 Flag Ponds Parkway, Lusby
(1/2 mile walk to Chesapeake Bay; natural shoreline, no ramp)
Entrance fee charged. - North Beach
9023 Bay Avenue, North Beach
Rentals available. Beach fees may apply. - Chesapeake Beach
4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach
Rentals available. Ramp fee charged. - Jefferson Patterson Park
10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard - Hallowing Point Boat Ramp
6904 Hallowing Lane, Prince Frederick
Fishing and Crabbing
A valid Maryland fishing license is required for fishing. The parks do not sell fishing licenses.
Please check the Maryland Fisheries Page for more information on licenses.
Kings Landing Park
Huntingtown. No fees.- Flag Ponds Nature Park
Lusby, Entrance fee charged. - Hutchins Pond
8409 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings. No fees. (external link) - Lower Marlboro Wharf,
3955 Lower Marlboro Road, Lower Marlboro. No fees. - Solomons Boat Ramp and Fishing Pier
14195 Solomons Island S, Solomons. Fishing pier is free; ramp fee charged if launching a boat to fish. - Nan’s Cove
8081 Broome’s Island Road, Broomes Island. No fees.
Navigation issues and waterways are managed by the State and the US Coast Guard.