Best Kayaking in Maryland

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Maryland, Garrett County

03 :55 hrs
10.5 mi
176.41937 ft
V

The Youghiogheny River, called the “Yough” by most people, is a very popular river for paddlers of all skill levels and is most sought out for its whitewater challenge on this trip from Sang Run Road to Friendsville. This section is referred to as Upper Yough and has the whitewater that made this river famous, specifically its four miles of unrelenting boulder piles, ledges, blocked views, cryptic passages, menacing undercuts, and technical difficulties. After a couple miles of riffles and flat water, you will be faced with Gap Falls, a sloping five-foot ledge and from here it is all downhill through many too many rapids to describe. The rough stuff ends at Kendall and allow a soothing coast to the take out at Friendsville Community Park. Though you may not notice on your first run, this is a very beautiful section of the river with cliffs, graceful hemlocks, falls on side streams, rhododendrons, and beautifully sculpted boulders.

2

Maryland, Garrett County

02 :18 hrs
6.5 mi
145.05103 ft
V

The Savage is probably Maryland’s most famous whitewater river and is the site of national championships in the 1972 Olympic Trials, international races, and the 1989 World Whitewater Championships. This section is very rarely runnable but is as beautiful a whitewater run as you will find in Maryland. The creek winds through a tight little gorge in complete isolation with rock cliffs and formations all around with lichens and ferns accenting. The rapids are almost continuous on this section and are formed by cobble bars, lots of ledges, and some boulders and there are many sharp turns requiring technical paddling to navigate. One difficult rapid, about four miles into the run on a straightaway is steep and clogged by jagged rocks and undercut boulders, may be carried on the right. Because the stream is so narrow, trees are an occasional problem and there is a strand of barbed wire by the camps above the take-out.

3

Delaware, Sussex County

02 :37 hrs
6.2 mi
0.19248056 ft
I

This is one beautiful creek, not to be missed! Initially passing through a very narrow corridor, the upper portion travels through hardwoods, especially red maples. Soon marsh appears with small islands of cedar trees. The downstream trip opens into the breathtaking spectacle of wide open marshlands. In the fall, red maples fill the scenery with rich colors.

4

Maryland, Travilah

04 :57 hrs
12 mi
50.350216 ft
IV

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. This section is the Potomac’s finest. It has the best whitewater and the most dramatic scenery. You will begin below Great Falls and run through Wet Bottom Chute and Mather Gorge, then find a mellow stretch to enjoy the views of 80-foot jagged cliffs. Next you will reach Difficult Run, a rocky, plunging course after which the Potomac gradually calms down to a large, lazy river. Islands begin to split the river and more rapids appear over Yellow Falls, a three-foot double ledge, then a long rock garden brings you to Stubblefield Falls, a short easy, bouncy rapid, and from here on to Brookmont is mostly smooth water gliding through rock gardens and dozens of small islands. At Brookmont, take caution running over Brookmont Dam, then expect more turbulent water and a rocky plunge to tidewater. Approaching the Chain Bridge, Little Falls appears and is very steep and split by jagged, rocky islands. Take out at Fletchers Cove.

5

Delaware, Sussex County

02 :19 hrs
5.5 mi
1.1920929e-7 ft
I

Slaughter Creek flows through vast, unspoiled salt marshes backed by a curtain of forest. It is in the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge which is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. The scenery is intriguing and changes between different, untamed outdoor neighborhoods.

6

Maryland, Allegany County

05 :47 hrs
13.8 mi
24.241203 ft
III

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. For this section, the Potomac cuts through the ancient Blue Ridge and its foothills and forms the first whitewater since its headwaters. To begin, you will navigate through The Needles, and intricate ledgy staircase that is a perfect novice whitewater run except when the water is high, novices should skip this section as the river runs stronger than it looks. Just after the Shenandoah River joins, the river tumbles over a series of jagged ledges and runs over two distinct drops named Whitehorse Rapids. Below this the river glides through a beautiful maze of rocks and islets to another gap through South Mountain and Short Hill. A smooth and swift section allows time to relax before a gap in Catoctin Mountain to the take out at the Route 15 bridge.

7

Maryland, Baltimore County

04 :24 hrs
10.8 mi
53.10971 ft
IV

This section of Gunpowder Falls includes the exciting descent over the Fall Line. The Fall Line begins just below Route 1 and soon after put-in is where the whitewater starts and the river tumbles down a boulder and ledgy bed. The entire trip runs within the confines of a shallow, wooded gorge, protected by a state park. Take out at Route 7 for best convenience or at Route 40 if you want to catch every last rapid. Route 40, however, has “no parking” signs, but there is a park access just upstream on the left off Jones Road. It is about a 200-yard walk up from the river.

8

West Virginia, Jefferson County

01 :52 hrs
4.4 mi
14.336266 ft
II

The Shenandoah River is a tributary of the Potomac River. This is a beautiful river and passes islands, cliffs, and travels to the historic Harpers Ferry. This section of the river begins with easy flat water and then the first rapid begins against high cliffs as the river bends right. The biggest rapid on this run is Bull Falls. It is A large ledge rapid that has many slots and channels depending on water levels.

9

Maryland, Friendsville

03 :32 hrs
8.3 mi
8.199982 ft
I

The Youghiogheny River, called the “Yough” by most people, is a very popular river for paddlers of all skill levels and is most sought out for its whitewater challenge from Sang Run to Friendsville. This section is perfect for beginners with lots of flat water and quick water with only a short section of small, Class I waves. It is a really pleasant place to paddle as the reservoir is relatively narrow and fringed by high slopes and thick forests. This area gets very busy so it is best to go early in the morning when it is still calm. Hazards on this route are limited to that of the heavy crowds and power boats. Take out point is across the border into Pennsylvania on the right hand side just after floating under the Route 40 bridge.

10

West Virginia, Tucker County

02 :50 hrs
8 mi
171.74072 ft
IV

The Stony River is a tributary of the North Branch Potomac River in Grant County. This is a small technical creek with some fairly complex rapids scattered throughout the run. This river requires maneuvering among boulders, over ledges, and through complicated drops. Mining and timbering activity has pushed trees into the river be very cautious of hazards.

11

Delaware, Sussex County

04 :12 hrs
9.9 mi
0.07724285 ft
I

Launching from Milton, the early parts of this trip pass through partly forested, swampy shores. As the river progresses, you will see less woods and increasingly wider marshes until you are eventually completely surrounded by extensive marshland. There are no difficulties or challenges on this route. This is a great place for viewing a large variety of shorebirds.

12

West Virginia, Grant County

05 :02 hrs
13.4 mi
194.97815 ft
IV

The North Branch of the Potomac River is approximately 405 miles long and defines the border of West Virginia and Maryland. This is one of the longest and most difficult runs in the state. It descends rather steeply and almost all rapids have at least one ledge. This section is very rocky and has many challenging rapids.

13

Maryland, Potomac

00 :55 hrs
2.1 mi
29.21054 ft
V

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. While Great Falls is just pretty scenery for most of us, for advanced boaters, it is a runnable rapid. Great Falls is a series of falls, ranging from steep rapids to drops of over 20 feet. To navigate your route, there are observation decks on both sides of the river. Most runs are done at lower water levels found between mid-June and November. To run the falls you must register in advance with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. You may only approach the falls from downstream, carrying your boat up over the rocks and cliffs.

14

Delaware, Sussex County

03 :07 hrs
3.7 mi
0.81246775 ft
I

This is a beautiful paddle from Salt Pond in Bethany beach to South Bethany. There are beautiful and expansive salt marshes to explore both in Salt Pond and in South Bethany. The Assawoman/Bethany Canal that connects them and contains different scenery. Gorgeous, towering hardwood trees line the canal, offering great shade and pretty colors.

15

West Virginia, Hampshire County

04 :46 hrs
11.6 mi
41.375732 ft
III

Cacapon River is located in the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent scenery, fishing and wildlife encounters. This run begins with flat water and flows through open farmland. After about 3 miles the river changes with three medium sized ledges that require skill and scouting. The major rapids are river wide ledges and fast water in sharp bends. The put in is beside a small shop and there is an honor system payment of $5 per boat to park and use the access point.

16

West Virginia, Hampshire County

03 :56 hrs
9.4 mi
21.135193 ft
I

Cacapon River is located in the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent scenery, fishing and wildlife encounters. This section of the river has very little gradient. There are only a few mild rapids and many long flat pools. This run is excellent for float fishing and offers some of the best bass fishing in the state.

17

Maryland, Garrett County

04 :01 hrs
10.4 mi
128.18793 ft
V

The Youghiogheny River, called the “Yough” by most people, is a very popular river for paddlers of all skill levels and is most sought out for its whitewater challenge from Sang Run to Friendsville. This section is often referred to as the Top Yough and is for top paddlers only. You will begin on a stretch of fairly placid waters before an abrupt change and the Yough plunges over a few high ledges, a relatively easy slalom through the boulders, portage around the water falls at Swallow Falls, and then continue down long, steeply dropping, boulder-filled rapids. The last couple miles of this route allow you to cool down on riffles and easy rapids. The scenery on this route is excellent with forested river banks and hills rising all around you.

18

West Virginia, Hampshire County

01 :47 hrs
4.6 mi
57.282623 ft
II

Tearcoat Creek is short whitewater run through an attractive gorge located in Hampshire County. This creek has frequent Class II-III rapids which are mostly on blind turns. The most difficult rapid is halfway through the run which turns right but then bends to the left. The endless series of ledges are separated with short pools.

19

Delaware, Kent County

02 :15 hrs
5.3 mi
4.9131417 ft
I

Beginning at Garrison Lake, you will immediately encounter a vast array of lush greenery. This beautiful forest quietly changes into expansive marsh grass as the current comfortable carries you downstream. There are no difficulties or challenges on this route. You may wish to continue downriver through the beautiful marshes of Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge where you will find a maze of creeks, all appealing for exploration.

20

West Virginia, Grant County

04 :56 hrs
13.7 mi
269.10016 ft
III

The Stony River is a tributary of the North Branch Potomac River in Grant County. This is a small technical creek with some fairly complex rapids scattered throughout the run. This river requires maneuvering among boulders, over ledges, and through complicated drops. At high water levels the rapids get more turbulent which makes this a hard run. Mining and timbering activity has pushed trees into the river, be very cautious of hazards.

21

West Virginia, Berkeley County

39 :12 hrs
92.4 mi
26.674988 ft
II

The main stem of the Potomac River begins in Green Spring where the North and South Branch of the Potomac River meet. The historic C&O Canal travels along the river on the Maryland shore. the river is mostly wide and has flat water with the occasional class I-II river wide rapids. This river may get dangerous in high waters for beginner paddlers. There are still some of the old C&O canal dams, a portage is recommended.

22

Maryland, Allegany County

17 :03 hrs
40.4 mi
37.536255 ft
II

The main stem of the Potomac River begins in Green Spring where the North and South Branch of the Potomac River meet. The historic C&O Canal travels along the river on the Maryland shore. The river is mostly wide and has flat water with the occasional class I-II river wide rapids. This river may get dangerous in high waters for beginner paddlers.

23

Maryland, Baltimore County

03 :02 hrs
7.4 mi
28.28254 ft
III

Little Falls is a delightful brook that rushes through the rich and tolling countryside of upper Baltimore County and joins Gunpowder Falls near Monkton. This is a great trip with lovely scenery and exciting whitewater. The creek rushes into a wooded gorge that is decorated by a variety of black rock outcrops and cliffs. The stream bed is filled with boulders and at White Hall and there is a dam that requires a portage. Below White Hall, you will enter again into a pretty gorge until you reach the confluence with Gunpowder Falls. Take-out is just downstream on the Gunpowder at Monkton Road.

24

Maryland, Garrett County

01 :27 hrs
4.4 mi
124.82202 ft
IV

The Savage is probably Maryland’s most famous whitewater river and is the site of national championships in the 1972 Olympic Trials, international races, and the 1989 World Whitewater Championships. On this trip you will run the Piedmont Dam but use discretion if the river is above 1,000 cfs. Below the dam is a narrow concentration of turbulent whitewater known as the Triple Drop, then Memorial Rock Rapid, recognized by a large, pointed boulder sticking out of the water near the left bank. Below this, the really big pressure is off but the river continues to be exciting and pushy. The best take-out is on the North Branch Potomac on the left a few yards below the mouth.

25

West Virginia, Jefferson County

05 :08 hrs
12.2 mi
13.894119 ft
I

The main stem of the Potomac River begins in Green Spring where the North and South Branch of the Potomac River meet. The historic C&O Canal travels along the river on the Maryland shore. The river is mostly wide and has flat water with the occasional class I-II river wide rapids. This river may get dangerous in high waters for beginner paddlers.

26

Delaware, Kent County

03 :26 hrs
8.1 mi
4.5824466 ft
I

This is an attractive run through marsh and forests into Coursey Pond. Later the scenery is dominated by forests until the end where the marsh takes over again. The put-in is at the end of Killen Pond but including a trip around Killen Pond will be worth your additional time and effort. The beauty of the pond and the scenery along this stretch of river are spectacular. There are two spillways on this route at Killen Pond and at Coursey Pond that must be avoided.

27

West Virginia, Morgan County

10 :58 hrs
25.9 mi
18.579414 ft
I

The main stem of the Potomac River begins in Green Spring where the North and South Branch of the Potomac River meet. The historic C&O Canal travels along the river on the Maryland shore. The river is mostly wide and has flat water with the occasional class I-II river wide rapids. This river may get dangerous in high waters for beginner paddlers.

28

Maryland, Washington County

09 :55 hrs
23.8 mi
56.956055 ft
II

Antietam Creek is born just north of the Mason-Dixon Line and winds and twists for almost 41 miles to the Potomac River. This scenic country creek has long been a favorite for novice whitewater paddlers. Except for a short beginning, the scenery and atmosphere on this section are delightful and rural. Several graceful stone arch bridges, crumbling mills, and old farmhouses lend a bit of history to the journey. On this twisting stream you are always close to the quickly changing scenery and as a result, opportunities for viewing wildlife are good here. There is a six-foot dam at Devils Backbone Park which requires a portage and a three-foot dam about a mile downstream is easily navigated but may create some rough water when the creek is high. The rest of the run consists of numerous riffles and low ledges. The lower portion of this section winds through Antietam Battlefield.

29

Maryland, Baltimore County

06 :36 hrs
16 mi
65.79494 ft
III

On this section of the Patapsco, the river winds peacefully through an attractive, wooded gorge. There is a 15-foot dam at Daniels that requires a carry. Some riffles and rocks appear but is mostly calm until the river passes beneath the high US Route 40 bridge. Immediately below this bridge is the old Union Dam, now breached on the right. The twisting chute through here can be nasty at any water level and most would choose to portage. The next few miles are almost continuous whitewater. Complex rock gardens and bouncy chains of waves emerge and a boulder rapid below the old Dickey Mills at Oella makes the climax. The rapids continue on past Ellicott City until reach a short backwater. Carry the 12-foot dam at Thistle. More easy rapids and riffles continue and the take-out is at the Glen Artney Area of Patapsco State Park. The scenery along this run consists of beautiful forest and hills.

30

Maryland, Washington County

09 :23 hrs
22.2 mi
21.789825 ft
I

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. This is an attractive section without too much development along the river banks. The first five miles include many easy riffles best enjoyed at low water levels, which expose old fishtrap weirs and low ledges. A few miles downstream you will reach a spot called The Horsebacks where the river weaves through a staircase of tiny ledges that run parallel to the direction of the river. To Shepherdstown is flat and below Shepherdstown, wooded bluffs and the approaching Blue Ridge dominate the scenery. There are some small, ledgy riffles for a short while and the rest of the trip is flat.

31

Maryland, Baltimore County

01 :12 hrs
3 mi
29.085846 ft
III

This short section of Gunpowder Falls is a great prelude to the exploration of the Gunpowder System. The put-in access is difficult with a quarter mile carry along a fire road and a foot-path to the river. The reward for this effort is the pleasure of travelling through a beautiful, wild, steep, wooded gorge. The tiny stream starts by tumbling and dashing down almost continuous boulder gardens and broken ledges. After Falls Road it all eases off to easy riffle and fast flat water until the take-out at Route 45.

32

Maryland, Baltimore County

05 :05 hrs
12.3 mi
43.913338 ft
I

Western Run is a tiny, meandering brook that flows across a peaceful and genteel valley in upper Baltimore County and joins with Gunpowder Falls east of Cockeysville. As the river winds through a beautiful rolling valley that is dotted by beautiful, old farmhouses, horse farms, and huge mansions it rushes over countless riffles formed by fine gravel and over some rubbly rapids formed by remains of old dams. While the water is very easy, complications arise from fallen trees, barbed wire, and wooden and electric fences.

33

Maryland, Garrett County

04 :58 hrs
12.1 mi
49.0047 ft
I

The Casselman River is the Youghiogheny River’s largest tributary beginning at the confluence of the North and South branches and joining the Yough about 10 river miles north of the Mason-Dixon Line at Confluence, Pennsylvania. It offers miles of good scenery and is relatively tame and makes a fine run for beginners. To start this trip, the Casselman is flat, deep, and narrow and winds through a pretty, pastoral valley. It will then leave the road and cut into a wooded gorge, rushing over continuous riffles formed by cobbles and small boulders. A very picturesque spot is at the old Casselman Bridge with its big, graceful stone arch and below this the easy rapids continue and by the time you reach Salisbury the river is mostly flat.

34

Maryland, Baltimore

05 :38 hrs
13.7 mi
60.580643 ft
III

Deer Creek runs through some of the prettiest countryside in Maryland with a pleasant mixture of woodlands, working farms, and country estates. This far upper portion of the stream starts out by twisting about a flat, agricultural bottomland fringed by pastoral or forested hillsides. The hillsides then converge at Green Road, and for the remaining miles Deer Creek rushes through a chain of wild, wooded ravines, offering the paddler plenty of quiet and solitude. A fascinating display of sharp, jagged rock formations and cool, hemlock-shaded bends also decorate the scenery. Numerous riffles and easy rapids, rock gardens, boulders, and ledges fill the streambed with a swift current in between. Fences and occasional fallen trees may require a couple carries as well as a 12-foot dam at Eden Mill which should be portaged on the left.

35

Maryland, Baltimore County

05 :16 hrs
12.6 mi
32.362106 ft
II

This is a great route for beginners. The river is generally smooth and swift with enough riffle to keep things exciting and an interesting rocky rapid by the quarry below Big Falls Road will be the biggest thrill. The river is generally shut off from the rest of the world by the pretty, rock-studded walls of a wooded gorge. There are views into the surrounding countryside of farms and fields. Occasional tree strainers may appear.

36

New Jersey, Salem County

04 :17 hrs
5 mi
2.1362972 ft
I

This tributary of the Delaware River is a mostly tidal creek that provides some nice paddling in a remote rural area. This trip leaves from the launching area in the community of Quinton and heads east to the turnaround point at the head of tide at Alloway Lake Dam. The trip is a great option in the fall when the colors are impressive but the water can get cold so come prepared with a spray skirt. With the creek being a tidal tributary, the current can get strong at times.

37

Maryland, Baltimore

02 :14 hrs
5.7 mi
59.299038 ft
III

The put-in for this route is in an old residential neighborhood but the creek quickly disappears into a little, densely wooded ravine with steep walls and some attractive rock formations. The scenery changes from this, to city parkland where there is a surprising opportunity for birders. Other than the scenery, the other attraction of Herring Run is its whitewater. It ascends a steep fall line between Echodale Avenue and Route 147, providing a plethora of rock gardens, cobbles, and ledges with little slack water in between. There is a long series of gabion dams with drops of up to three feet. All of these are runnable to the experienced paddler. Other than this, the last half of the run offers mostly gravel-formed rapids and riffles.

38

Maryland, Allegany County

12 :01 hrs
28.4 mi
21.705254 ft
I

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. This section can be easily divided into two comfortable runs of 14 miles each by gaining access at the McCoys Ferry launching ramp. To McCoys Ferry, the Potomac is flat, yet maintains a strong current, even at low water. The bottom is rocky and because of the proximity to I-70 there is lots of traffic noise. After McCoys Ferry, there is about seven miles of deadwater, backed up by C&O Canal Dam No. 5. The scenery of wooded hills and bluffs is attractive and some beautiful, towering, white limestone cliffs during the last few miles may be the best part of the trip.

39

Maryland, Fallston

05 :26 hrs
13.6 mi
105.55769 ft
III

Winter Run starts in the beautiful Piedmont hills west of Bel Air and rushes down a narrow, wooded valley to the tidal Bush River. The put-in at Pleasantville road has steep bank, then the stream winds through a shallow, wooded gorge filled with many beautiful beech trees. There are continuous easy riffles of gravel bars and rock gardens and just above Carrs Mill Road there is a steep, twisting rapid through the ruins of an old milldam. Whitewater is almost nonstop until you reach Atkisson Reservoir. After paddling across the lake, portage around the dam and continue over easy whitewater to the end.

40

Maryland, Baltimore County

04 :31 hrs
11 mi
51.958603 ft
II

This is a delightful passage starting in a harmonious, pastoral setting and ambling down a wooded gorge. Some attributes on this section of Little Gunpowder Falls include striking rock outcrops, a rock-studded streambed, and a well-developed surrounded forest. You will see little development because much of this land lies within Gunpowder Falls State Park. Gravel riffles, occasional ledges, and patches of boulders form the easy rapids on this run. Expect to find a few fallen trees blocking the way and take not of a two-foot dam about a quarter mile below the put-in that is runnable if you choose.

41

Delaware, New Castle County

03 :28 hrs
8.1 mi
0.97161305 ft
I

This is a wonderful paddle from the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal to the broad Delaware River where you will circle Pea Patch Island. Wind gusts can make this route difficult at times. Pea Patch Island offers great views of Fort Delaware and chances to explore the island by foot or water are available.

42

Maryland, Howard County

03 :24 hrs
8.3 mi
46.13257 ft
I

The Patuxent River is a river that has suffered at the hands of man in the name of progress but much of it has been maintained in a semi-wilderness character that makes for some attractive cruising right in the heart of the Washington-Baltimore metropolis. On this section, the put-in is near the source of the river and is a tiny stream. As it meanders through fairly mature woods, largely within the protection of Patuxent River State Park, the nearby terrain provides great scenery with pretty hills and rock formations. The water has lots of gravel-formed riffles with shallow sandy pols in between. Fallen trees are common and portages are often necessary, but after the confluence with Cabin Branch, the coast is relatively clear.

43

West Virginia, Hardy County

02 :53 hrs
7.2 mi
61.029846 ft
IV

The North River is known as one of the best rivers for advanced paddlers. This stretch of the river has several runs on classes III-IV. This adventure is recommended for advanced paddlers only. Do scout before embarking on the ledges. Winter and spring after a good rain is the best time to go on this adventure. During high waters, there are several access points for put in and takeouts.

44

Maryland, Allegany County

01 :29 hrs
3.8 mi
56.377014 ft
III

Flintstone Creek drains a tiny valley between Evitts Mountain and Tussey Mountain in Pennsylvania. This is a very tiny, busy run from start to finish, dropping over ledges, boulders, and gravel. There are ledges up to three feet high at the start, but they offer no problems. Fall trees in fast spots are a hazard, so be alert. The scenery is beautiful with forested river banks and mountains in the background but unfortunately there are many homes and roads that somewhat mask the beauty.

45

Maryland, Washington County

05 :49 hrs
13.9 mi
23.961937 ft
III

This river is large, it goes through several states. This is the first section of the Potomac River mapped. In this stretch of river, you will paddle through some rough waters. Beginners should stay away. You may start or take out sooner at the Bakertown Road (WV), there is some vandal problems here. Another location is Sandy Hook, Weverton Rt. 180 and Knoxville Rt. 478. This section of river has the most challenging water with ledges and class III rapids. It is recommended that you scout it out before paddling.

46

Virginia, Warren County

04 :42 hrs
11.1 mi
8.907364 ft
II

Shenandoah River is known worldwide in the canoeing community. Beginners are welcome, with exception of high water season (above 4-foot). The views are beautiful. You may choose to make this adventure a day cruise or make it an overnight stay. Watch out for trees in the river. Both put in and take out are easy to access. You will pass by Treasure Island, Lovers Leap, Robinson Crusoe Island and The Blue Ball. There will be small rapids along the way that will require your attention.

47

Maryland, Garrett County

02 :47 hrs
8 mi
182.24622 ft
IV

Bear Creek is an attractive little trout stream that gushes into the Youghiogheny River at Friendsville. It is difficult to find times when water levels allow for paddlers but if you can catch it with favorable water it is well worth a trip. This route is passable in spring, only within a day of hard rain or during a rapid thaw. The first few miles involve Class I to Class III rapids with water rushing over gravel bars and small boulder patches through a gorge-like valley. When the stream draws close to the road the gradient begins to grow and this is where Class IV rapids arrive through boulders, sandstone ledges up to five or six feet high, and some technical boat handling around sloping configurations. Fallen trees and other woody hazards are likely to be encountered, especially in fast spots.

48

West Virginia, Grant County

03 :19 hrs
9.2 mi
185.10721 ft
IV

Abram Creek is a great run that offers amazing scenery of woods, coal mines, and railroad tracks. The stream flows quickly and requires tight maneuvering through many boulder filled rapids. After the first mile the creek flows slower for a small section then it picks back up to class 2 and class 3. There are some nice campgrounds along the creek to make it a 2 day trip.

49

West Virginia, Pendleton County

03 :03 hrs
7.7 mi
71.03085 ft
III

The North Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac River is the most famous whitewater in the Eastern Panhandle. it travels through one of the states most beautiful mountain valleys. This section of the river is a continuous Class II run at medium water levels. This river offers bouncy waves, small ledges and many sharp turns.

50

West Virginia, Morgan County

03 :57 hrs
9.5 mi
23.615906 ft
I

Cacapon River is located in the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent scenery, fishing and wildlife encounters. This section of the river has very little gradient. There are only a few mild rapids and many long flat pools. This run is excellent for float fishing and offers some of the best bass fishing in the state.

51

Virginia, Prince William County

03 :50 hrs
9.2 mi
23.763096 ft
II

This ride begins at the dam of Lake Manassas. Boating of any sort is prohibited at the lake because it is the water source for the town. The dam supplies power. If the dam is not working, there won’t be enough water in the river for kayaking or canoeing. Throughout the river, you will find brush growing. Also, trees will block the stream and barbed/woven wire fences can be found on the river. The best time for paddling is winter and spring.

52

West Virginia, Pendleton County

03 :03 hrs
7.7 mi
71.03085 ft
II

The North Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac River is the most famous whitewater in the Eastern Panhandle. This section travels through well maintained open farmland. This is a fairly easy run and most of the rapids can be seen from the road. Just before the takeout there are the remains of the Old Royal Glen Dam which is easily run on the far left bank.

53

Maryland, Garrett County

02 :11 hrs
5.8 mi
84.305725 ft
III

The North Branch of the Casselman River drains the high plateau valley between Negro and Meadown mountains in Garrett County and affords a very pretty run through a most isolated corner of the state. The fun starts immediately, as you can shoot the metal culvert tubes under Dung Hill Road and enter the smooth, swiftly flowing stream with alder thickets and pastoral valley scenery. Next, you will enter a gorge, dashing down easy rapids formed by boulders and small ledges and then things calm down just long enough to rest before entering another gorge with long rock gardens and exciting boulder patches. Both gorges are beautiful with lush hemlock and rhododendrons. Watch for overhanging alders and fallen trees.

54

West Virginia, Hardy County

02 :54 hrs
7.3 mi
63.72171 ft
III

The Lost River is a great clean river located in Hardy County. This section of the river is called the Dry Gorge. It dries up for most of the year and is only runnable during high water usually in winter, spring or after a prolonged wet period. For the first part of the run there are frequent class II-III rapids which can get difficult and strainers can be a problem. There are some low water bridges that requires scouting as well as a portage. There is a class IV rapid called Landslide which should be scouted. It has an undercut rock on the right halfway through the rapid.

55

Maryland, Columbia

03 :02 hrs
7.4 mi
47.0229 ft
IV

The Little Patuxent is a diverse stream as it picks a pleasant path through an area that is increasingly urban, suburban, or industrial. It has some miles that will delight the whitewater boaters as well as many miles of smooth water. On this section, the creek snakes through suburbs and some commercial areas that is mostly a woodsy passage with only some backyards and office buildings in sight. The water starts out fast and flat with simple riffles and some strainers and after Guilford Road, rapids appear occasionally and they become continuous below I-95. Where Middle Patuxent joins, the climax of the trip, known as The Falls, consists of a short, steep staircase of sharp ledges and drops a total of about 15 feet. Scout The Falls and, if in doubt, carry it on the left.

56

West Virginia, Morgan County

04 :51 hrs
11.6 mi
30.188263 ft
I

Cacapon River is located in the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent scenery, fishing and wildlife encounters. This section of the river has very little gradient. There are only a few mild rapids and many long flat pools. This run is excellent for float fishing and offers some of the best bass fishing in the state.

57

Maryland, Frederick County

11 :58 hrs
28.2 mi
10.435268 ft
II

The Potomac goes through several states. This is a long adventure. You may choose to make it all day or camp overnight and break it up. Novices are welcome here. However, when the water level is high, be cautious. You may also choose to pass the Viollette Lock and go on into the Maryland side. The views are beautiful. The Virginia side of the river has a lot of historic sites to visit.

58

Maryland, Allegany County

10 :46 hrs
26 mi
91.05185 ft
I

Woodlands and small farms dominate the valley scenery with a few pretty cliffs scattered here and there on this section of Town Creek. Summer homes also line the river banks but they are well-spaced, still allowing for great scenery. This is a generally tranquil stream but there is a strong current and lots of riffles and near the end you will see the C&O Canal aqueduct and a nice set of rocky riffles through the site of an old mill dam.

59

New Jersey, Salem County

02 :07 hrs
5 mi
1 ft
I

This is an enjoyable paddle on the Delaware River from Riverview Beach to Travis Cove near the Delaware Memorial Bridge. The launch is close to Pennsville off Riviera Drive. This is an leisurely ride but you can experience swells from boat traffic.

60

West Virginia, Pendleton County

04 :52 hrs
12.1 mi
80.0957 ft
II

The Moorefield River is also well known as the South Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac located in Hardy County. This run has very clear water and offers beautiful scenery with many wildlife encounters including beavers, deer, and a variety of birds. This section has some small easy rapids and portages around farmland bridges.

61

Maryland, Carroll County

06 :49 hrs
16.1 mi
18.641129 ft
I

The scenery on this river is remarkably consistent, typified by a wooded bluff on one side and fields and farms on the other. The river is also consistent with a generally strong current broken by an occasional, tiny riffle. Unfortunately the river banks suffer from strewn trash and the water suffers from agricultural pollution. This section is relatively narrow and, though mostly flat, is quite swift. About three miles below the start there is a three-foot dam that you should carry and two others are on this route but are easily runnable.

62

West Virginia, Hardy County

01 :40 hrs
4.5 mi
70.96515 ft
III

The North River is a small tributary of the Cacapon River located in Hardy County. This river is only paddled when water levels are high which creates non stop action over boulders, ledges and gravel bars. The river has little gradient which mean the whitewater isn't very challenging, however take caution for sharp turns and low branches.

63

Maryland, Garrett County

03 :28 hrs
8.8 mi
104.85809 ft
II

The Savage is probably Maryland’s most famous whitewater river and is the site of national championships in the 1972 Olympic Trials, international races, and the 1989 World Whitewater Championships. This is a very mild section of the Savage, flowing easily through a narrow valley, fringed with hemlocks and rhododendrons. There are several homes along the river which blemish the view. The rapids are numerous but easy, dropping over a bed of cobbles and small ledges. Once you reach the reservoir, this is a beautiful place to paddle as long as the water is high enough to eliminate any mud flats.

64

Virginia, Clarke County

06 :07 hrs
14.5 mi
13.006775 ft
II

Beginners are welcome, with exception of high water season (above 4-foot). The views are beautiful. You may choose to make this adventure a day cruise or make it an overnight stay. Watch out for trees in the river. Both put in and take out are easy to access. On this stretch of river, you will pass the largest island in the Shenandoah, Burwell Island. Plan on small riffles throughout the river.

65

Maryland, Montgomery County

01 :55 hrs
4.6 mi
15.910263 ft
I

The Patuxent River is a river that has suffered at the hands of man in the name of progress but much of it has been maintained in a semi-wilderness character that makes for some attractive cruising right in the heart of the Washington-Baltimore metropolis. This is a short and pretty run that would be more popular were it not for the lack of water due to the reservoir. The little creek flows mostly back in the woods, running between usually high mud banks. There are occasional farms and houses and frequent, beautiful rock outcrops and hemlock. The water is very clean and mostly smooth, and the occasional riffles are short and insignificant. Several fallen trees should be your only difficulty on the river. Run this route during a wet winter or spring when Triadelphia Reservoir is overflowing or in summer during water releases.

66

Virginia, Fauquier County

02 :38 hrs
6.5 mi
43.714645 ft
III

The Broad Run is definitely for the intermediate to the advanced paddler. In the first mile of the river, it drops 75-feet. Here, you will experience two sections of class III ledges very close to each other. Scout this section before paddling through. There is an occasional fallen tree in the river that might require you to portage. Also, be prepared to portage around strainers in the first mile.

67

West Virginia, Hardy County

02 :22 hrs
5.8 mi
36.556946 ft
III

The Lost River is a great clean river located in Hardy County. This section of the river is called the Dry Gorge. It dries up for most of the year and is only runnable during high water usually in winter, spring or after a prolonged wet period. For the first part of the run there are frequent class II-III rapids which can get difficult and strainers can be a problem. There are some low water bridges that requires scouting as well as a portage.

68

West Virginia, Jefferson County

01 :57 hrs
4.7 mi
21.259491 ft
II

The Shenandoah River is a tributary of the Potomac River. At the beginning of this run there is a short Class II staircase rapid. At low water levels this is a great rapid for beginners to learn skills. This section of the river has a 20 foot power dam and is best to portage around it.

69

Maryland, Carroll County

06 :25 hrs
15.3 mi
33.775497 ft
I

Big Pipe Creek flows peacefully through a markedly rolling countryside of woodlands and well-kept dairy farms. On this route you will be rewarded with some beautiful old mills as well as the good scenery of farms, fields, and woods. The gradient is mild and there are no difficult rapids, in fact, the water is mostly smooth with the exception of a few well-spaced gravel bar riffles. Some occasional hazards may include fallen trees, barbed wire fences, beaver dams, and some wandering channels. Just below Route 832 is a low-water bridge that is most often portaged and a six-foot dam at Otterdale Mill. This route is runnable in spring or winter within two days of hard rain.

70

West Virginia, Hampshire County

02 :33 hrs
6.3 mi
50.056732 ft
I

The Little Cacapon River is a very scenic run located in Hampshire County. This section of the river travels through a fairly narrow rural valley. The first 3 miles of this run has riffles over small ledges and gravel. High water is required at the beginning of this river. If there is enough water at the beginning there will be plenty for the run.

71

West Virginia, Hampshire County

03 :53 hrs
9.2 mi
15.183426 ft
I

Cacapon River is located in the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent scenery, fishing and wildlife encounters. This section of the river has very little gradient. There are only a few mild rapids and many long flat pools. This run is excellent for float fishing and offers some of the best bass fishing in the state.

72

Virginia, Fairfax County

03 :18 hrs
8.1 mi
41.189816 ft
II

As you start, there will be a few mild riffles, mild rapids and a one-mile long level 2 rapid. Be ready for some adventure. You will encounter an underwater bridge that might require portage depending on the water level. Be watchful for trees across the river. Take this adventure in the winter or spring, when the water levels are higher. To gage, if there is enough water below Lake Accotink; there is enough water for all sections of the river. This mapping starts right below the Lake; you may rent boats, have a picnic and purchase food at the concession stand there.

73

West Virginia, Hampshire County

04 :39 hrs
11.5 mi
69.83925 ft
I

The Little Cacapon River is a very scenic run located in Hampshire County. This section of the river travels through a fairly narrow rural valley. This run is fairly slow with some small easy rapids. There has to be high water at Frenchburg to make this an enjoyable run.

74

Maryland, Cecil County

00 :42 hrs
1.9 mi
32.808826 ft
V

Conowingo Creek is a small stream that flows peacefully out of Pennsylvania into Maryland and plunges violently into the Susquehanna River. It is good for a quick thrill. After the put-in at Pilot Town Road in Oakwood, you have about three quarters of a mile to warm up, as riffles progress to easy rapids. The rapids get increasingly more challenging as you continue, then run a four-foot dam through a breach on the right. From here to the end, it is one steep, complex rapid that is occasionally filtered through a fallen tree. Be sure to scout beforehand as there are no eddies and to remove any tree hazards.

75

Virginia, Augusta County

05 :54 hrs
14.3 mi
54.380676 ft
III

On the South River, you may find trees in the water. Be mindful of the 8-foot dam just pass Port Republic and above Lynnwood. The views are of farms, wildlife, wooded banks, and Grand Caverns. You will face ledges that go from class I-III. The water level will stipulate how fast and deep the rapids are. There are a couple of other put ins or take outs. You may use Rt. 825 or the Grand Caverns (Rt. 844).

76

Maryland, Washington County

05 :04 hrs
12 mi
21.973892 ft
I

Antietam Creek is born just north of the Mason-Dixon Line and winds and twists for almost 41 miles to the Potomac River. This scenic country creek has long been a favorite for novice whitewater paddlers. This section of Antietam twists and turns through attractive farm country that is complemented by the normal array of big, decorated barns and sturdy, old farm-houses. The narrow stream is always fairly swift, and there are plenty of riffles. There is a scrapey dam to carry about two miles below Old Forge Road and another weir located at the take-out which requires a portage. This route is runnable spring and winter within a week of moderate rain.

77

West Virginia, Hampshire County

03 :12 hrs
7.7 mi
26.457886 ft
II

The North River is a small tributary of the Cacapon River located in Hardy County. This river is only paddled when water level are high. This section travels through beautiful rural farmland. The river has little gradient which mean the whitewater isn't very challenging, however take caution for sharp turns and low branches.

78

Virginia, Culpeper County

03 :40 hrs
9 mi
42.60254 ft
II

A great trip from Virginia to Boston, where two rivers merge – Hughes and Hazel. The views will be of farmland and wooded areas. You will go on 17 Class I-II ledges and various mild rock gardens nicely spaced throughout the trip. There is a low water bridge, where you will be required to portage. Rich wildlife to observe, some waterfowl to watch for and fishing is good.

79

Maryland, Harford County

12 :53 hrs
31 mi
100.33458 ft
III

Deer Creek runs through some of the prettiest countryside in Maryland with a pleasant mixture of woodlands, working farms, and country estates. At Rocks State Park, Deer Creek breaks through Rock Ridge and tumbles down a short, violent series of narrow chutes. A stretch of gentle rock gardens follows and continues to weave through hilly countryside. Below US Route 1 you will approach a lively, rock-filled, wooded gorge then a riffly gorge-like section nearing Stafford Bridge. Just above Nobles Mill the ruins of a dam form a good rapid which can be run down the middle and another dam at Wilson Mill can be run as well. There are several access points to break this section down to any number of runs of comfortable length.

80

West Virginia, Hardy County

05 :45 hrs
14 mi
57.629913 ft
II

The Lost River is a great clean river located in Hardy County. The first part of this section travels through a long valley with low banks and offers great rural scenery. There are some nice class I-II rapids with some small boulders and low ledges.

81

Maryland, Frederick County

03 :53 hrs
9.2 mi
36.345325 ft
I

Bennett Creek is easy to miss as it is here only a fifteen-foot-wide brook meandering about a pastoral bottomland. This is a scenic cruise, passing mostly through farmlands until you reach I-270 and then it is mostly through woodlands. You will pass striking rock formations, well-preserved old houses, and Sugarloaf Mountain stands lonely in the distance. There are many little riffles over gravel bars and a few broken ledges. Fallen trees and logjams are common but are usually navigable. There is a low-water bridge just below Little Bennett Creek and a dam just below Park Mills Road which need to be carried. Take-out is about a quarter mile down the Monocacy River at Lilypons Road bridge.

82

Maryland, Allegany County

04 :14 hrs
10.6 mi
85.67146 ft
III

Most of this run is through a beautiful, isolated, wooded gorge decorated by numerous shale cliffs and rock formations. Shady hemlock bends are common. This is a tiny and twisting stream where you are always close to the quickly changing scenery and as a result, opportunities for viewing wildlife are good here. There are lots of rapids and riffles formed by gravel bars and small broken ledges and at times the white water is pushy and continuous. A few spots require hard right-angle turns and fallen trees are a hazard. There is also a low-water bridge to be aware of in Little Orleans. This route is only runnable in spring or winter within two days of hard rain.

83

Maryland, Savage-Guilford

07 :40 hrs
18.4 mi
42.358223 ft
I

The Little Patuxent is a diverse stream as it picks a pleasant path through an area that is increasingly urban, suburban, or industrial. It has some miles that will delight the whitewater boaters as well as many miles of smooth water. This section starts of for the first three miles with many easy rapids and riffles, then below Brock Bridge Road, the river is typically flat with a strong current. Some strainers and braided sections of the river make navigation somewhat difficult for the last few miles. There is a dam just above MD Route 198 that requires a portage. Most of the scenery consists of woodlands, floodplain forest, or beech-covered hillsides. This is a peaceful and seemingly remote area.

84

Maryland, Garrett County

03 :28 hrs
8.1 mi
16.013062 ft
II

The Youghiogheny River, called the “Yough” by most people, is a very popular river for paddlers of all skill levels and is most sought out for its whitewater challenge from Sang Run to Friendsville. For novice paddlers, this section is perfect as it offers lots of flat water and Class I riffles and has only one, fairly long Class II great for challenging a beginner. The scenery is great as you pass through an attractive wooded gorge and as the river widens, great wildlife viewing opportunities arise on the wooded and shrubby river banks. The end point is hard to locate and is not a great access point but this is the last chance to get out before the river changes personality. Just after Millers Run joins the Yough and right as it bends to the left, take-out is on the right hand side and parking is on the side of the road.

85

Maryland, Darnestown

03 :17 hrs
7.8 mi
7.879318 ft
II

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. This section begins with paddling over the rubbly ruins of the C&O Canal Dam No. 2 and through a maze of islands, rocks, and easy riffles. These riffles are perfect for novices. Below here, the river is split by the three and a half mile long Watkins Island and dozens of other islands and the water is flat all the way to Great Falls. The scenery is beautiful on this stretch. Take out at Great Falls Park on the left and be sure to take out well above the Washington Aqueduct water supply dam. Washing over this dam would be nasty and Great Falls develops just downstream.

86

West Virginia, Grant County

03 :26 hrs
8.9 mi
107.70575 ft
II

The North Branch of the Potomac River is approximately 405 miles and defines the border of West Virginia and Maryland. This section is an easy run with only one good whitewater section located just below Wilson.

87

Maryland, Frederick County

04 :57 hrs
11.8 mi
30.084442 ft
I

The scenery on this river is remarkably consistent, typified by a wooded bluff on one side and fields and farms on the other. The river is also consistent with a generally strong current broken by an occasional, tiny riffle. Unfortunately the river banks suffer from strewn trash and the water suffers from agricultural pollution. On this section, Double Pipe Creek joins and doubles the flow, the river widens, slows down, and becomes even flatter than before. One exception is a lively riffle at Legore Bridge.

88

West Virginia, Hampshire County

05 :11 hrs
12.5 mi
36.04959 ft
II

The North River is a small tributary of the Cacapon River located in Hardy County. This river is only paddled when water level are high. This section travels through beautiful rural farmland. The river has little gradient which mean the whitewater isn't very challenging, however take caution for sharp turns and low branches. This section has a low bridge which requires a portage.

89

Virginia, Madison County

03 :50 hrs
12.8 mi
491.93896 ft
II

At the Rapidan River, you will have several spots where portage might be required. Due to many trees and fences that cross the river, it would be wise to scout the river before embarking on it. This is an easy paddle, not going over a Class II on the rapids. Be ready to portage before the Graves Mill at the 3-foot dam. There are other access locations in between the ones mapped here. If you desire to use them, they are at Graves Mill Rt. 662/615 and Rt. 662.

90

West Virginia, Hampshire County

03 :07 hrs
7.6 mi
41.833588 ft
I

The Little Cacapon River is a very scenic run located in Hampshire County. This section of the river is very remote and beautiful with steep wooded hills. This is a great easy run with some small rapids. There has to be high water at Frenchburg to make this an enjoyable run.

91

West Virginia, Pendleton County

04 :52 hrs
12.1 mi
80.0957 ft
III

The Moorefield River is also well known as the South Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac located in Hardy County. This run has very clear water and offers beautiful scenery with many wildlife encounters including beavers, deer, and a variety of birds. The first half of this run is not difficult and then as it cuts through Moorefield Gorge the gradient picks up. Most of the rapids are open with a few that are tight and blocked with boulders. Scouting is recommended throughout this run.

92

Maryland, Rockville

09 :17 hrs
22.4 mi
79.576996 ft
III

Rock Creek slices down the middle of Montgomery County and Washington, D.C. to join the Potomac at Georgetown. Most of the Montgomery County portion is fast, flat water with some easy gravel bar riffles. There are many fallen trees, logjams, and snags but are easy to navigate around. A short thrill is awarded as you are flushed through a box culvert under the railroad tracks in total darkness. The scenery is mostly woods or open park land with only some highway noise. During summer the thick foliage helps to screen off the outside world. As you enter D.C., a lovely, shallow gorge emerges that extends to the Potomac. Military Road is where the river becomes turbulent and the rapids start. The river speeds up considerably and boulders fill the bed. The gradient eases off after about two miles and returns again to flat water. Pierce Mill Dam, about two miles below Military Road, require a portage carried on the right. This route is runnable within a day of hard rain but ideal water levels last for only a few hours after the rain stops. There are city parks that run almost the whole length of this course if you wish to choose alternative put-ins or take-outs.

93

Maryland, Charles County

02 :27 hrs
5.8 mi
3.1818206 ft
I

Nanjemoy Creek is a tidal tributary to the Potomac River and is a fine place for leisurely paddling, good bird watching, and for enjoying peace and quiet. The river is very easy going, the banks are initially swampy but quickly give way to broad marshes backed by graceful, wooded bluffs, and a few houses and duck blinds are the only development that you will find until approaching Friendship Landing. This route is at the absolute head of tidewater and is farm more intimate and less exposed than the lake-like lower reaches of the creek.

94

Maryland, Linganore-Bartonsville

06 :46 hrs
16 mi
18.329254 ft
I

The scenery on this river is remarkably consistent, typified by a wooded bluff on one side and fields and farms on the other. The river is also consistent with a generally strong current broken by an occasional, tiny riffle. Unfortunately the river banks suffer from strewn trash and the water suffers from agricultural pollution. One exception is an easy rapid through the remains of a low rubble dam near Buckeysville. The route ends at the beautiful white arches of the old C&O Canal aqueduct.

95

Maryland, Allegany County

07 :07 hrs
16.9 mi
20.862236 ft
I

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. From the start to Great Cacapon, West Virginia, the atmosphere is mostly wild and the scenery is dominated by beautiful Sideling Hill and Cacapon Mountain. Below Great Cacapon the mountain views continue to be pretty, but the riversides become filled with summer homes. The river flows swiftly over a rocky bottom with occasional riffles formed by tiny ledges. Watch for one strong riffle through the ruins of the old C&O Canal Dam No. 6.

96

Maryland, Frederick County

06 :00 hrs
14.2 mi
18.543762 ft
I

The scenery on this river is remarkably consistent, typified by a wooded bluff on one side and fields and farms on the other. The river is also consistent with a generally strong current broken by an occasional, tiny riffle. Unfortunately the river banks suffer from strewn trash and the water suffers from agricultural pollution. This section is relatively narrow and, though mostly flat, is quite swift.

97

Maryland, Harford County

02 :29 hrs
6.4 mi
66.77768 ft
III

This is a relatively fast section of the Little Gunpowder and drops over gravel bars, through rock gardens, and a variety of interesting ledges. High water conditions create big waves and a very quick velocity that will thrill even the advanced paddler. Scenery on this route includes graffiti on rock formations and residential development. Take out at the shopping center on the right at US Route 40.

98

West Virginia, Paw Paw

09 :15 hrs
21.9 mi
18.204483 ft
I

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. This section consists of fast moving flat water some riffles produced by low ledges and it makes several turns winding through beautiful foothills. The valley is very scarcely inhabited and presents a rather wild riverscape with a well-traveled railroad line running parallel. The water is clean and clear and fishing is usually rewarding. Though this trip can easily be made in a day, stopping to camp at the Sorrel Ridge Canal Campsite makes a wonderful two-day trip.

99

West Virginia, Pendleton County

05 :31 hrs
13.9 mi
122.802826 ft
III

The North Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac River is the most famous whitewater in the Eastern Panhandle. it travels through one of the states most beautiful mountain valleys. This run is great for intermediate paddlers to test the capability and skills before advanced paddling. This section has plenty of rapids and some require a lot of maneuvering around boulders.

100

Maryland, Washington County

05 :05 hrs
12.2 mi
57.171143 ft
II

This section of Sideling Hill Creek is an almost wild river. The first half passes through undisturbed woodlands largely within the bounds of a state wildlife management area. The stream twists and turns at the base of Sideling Hill, bouncing into beautiful cliffs and shale slopes. It rushes over numerous rapids of gravel and broken ledges that can be quite tricky where they pile up against cliffs to form right-angle turns. The gradient gradually moderates, and the woods yield to some farmland, most of it abandoned. This route is runnable in spring or winter within four days of hard rain.

101

Virginia, Caroline County

03 :51 hrs
9.2 mi
28.383596 ft
IV

This adventure is not for the beginner or new intermediate paddler. The put in is private property and the owner charges one dollar per boat to use the ramp. This is a very secluded river run. Enjoy watching the beaver activities and be watchful for the occasional tree in the water. You will paddle through 1.5-foot ledge, a class II drop followed by a 1.5-foot ledge that precedes a small staircase. When you reach the Fallsline Rapids, there will be a 10 foot drop, which makes it a class III-IV. Scout it before going on it. If you wish to portage, do so on river left.

102

Maryland, Frederick County

06 :30 hrs
15.7 mi
55.879112 ft
I

Catoctin Creek runs down the western edge of Frederick County and drains the beautiful, rolling farmland of the Middletown Valley, between South Mountain and Catoctin Mountain. This section is deeply cut into the bottom of this rugged valley. The scenery is of pastoral and wooded hillsides and the water consists of many easy riffles. An occasional fence or tree are the only problems. In addition to the superb scenery, you will also find the old Lewis Mill, an attractive 180-year-old structure. The take-out is half a mile down the Potomac at Lander where a dirt road approaches the river.

103

Maryland, Charles County

02 :38 hrs
6.2 mi
3.0501375 ft
I

Mattawoman Creek starts in Cedarville State Forest and joins the Potomac at Indian Head. For most of its length it is small, winding, tangled, and choked with fallen trees, logs, and scrubby bushes. This route begins after all of this wreckage and is clear of obstacles and wide. The first mile is by far the nicest with a mix of marsh and swampy shores, partially protected by a state environmental preserve. Waterfowl are abundant. As Mattawoman widens, the Naval Surface Warfare Center appears on the right, while the left shore remains mostly undeveloped. Views of the broad Potomac lie about a mile beyond and the bluffs on the left riverbank in this last mile support rich stands of mountain laurel which bloom in late May. Motor boats and strong winds are possible hazards.

104

Delaware, New Castle County

07 :21 hrs
8.7 mi
2.1 ft
I

This is a lovely winding path on the Blackbird Creek that carries you through marshlands bordered by high reeds of saltwater cordgrass. The views and scenery are spectacular and there are many opportunities to view wildlife and birds. Black duck, mallard, and wood duck are the most common nesting birds on this waterway. This is a tidal river so consider paddling with the current. You may paddle out-and-back or take-out at Stave Landing Road.

105

Maryland, Baltimore

02 :08 hrs
5.6 mi
70.29831 ft
III

At the start of this run, the creek soon starts dropping over gentle rock gardens, passing through beautiful woods before reaching a pool backed by a three-foot dam which requires a portage. Following this, the riffles resume, the gradient increases, and the creek rushes through an attractive residential neighborhood. After carrying around another dam in Dickeyville, the rapids become more challenging now, some of which are notably steep. The woodland scenery continues and the creek eases off into a stretch of long, gentle rapids. Be sure to identify the Edmondson Avenue Bridge because just downstream on a blind, swift bend is an iron pipe which crosses the river at a canoeist’s chest height. After carrying around this, a five-foot ledge appears that is runnable but quite nasty. A few more ledges and rapids carry you to the take-out at Carroll Park Golf Course.

106

Maryland, Howard County

06 :03 hrs
14.8 mi
76.807495 ft
III

On this route, the scenery is beautiful and there are easy riffles over gravel bars and through rock gardens, the boulder ruins of an old mill-dam at Route 97, and a mess of fallen trees between Morgan State Road and Route 97. Below Gaither Road the valley narrows into a wooded gorge that confines the river all the way to Elkridge and tidewater. In this gorge the stream begins tumbling over complex boulder rapids that continue for a few miles. When the whitewater starts letting up, there is another short stretch of fallen trees and logjams. The remaining few miles are smooth, with the exception of the Falls of the Patapsco about a half mile below Marriottsville. Here the creek suddenly plunges over a high, sloping ledge which should be carried by most paddlers. Take out is almost two miles down the Patapsco to Woodstock.

107

Maryland, Allegany County

05 :09 hrs
12.2 mi
12.905304 ft
I

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. This section follows a relatively straight, eastward course as it cuts through the lovely, low hills and ridges where you will enjoy the impression of remoteness. The water is mostly flat, broken by a few riffles formed by tiers of low ledges. Two clear and clean side streams, Town Creek and Little Cacapon, are excellent detours to explore and find great swimming holes.

108

West Virginia, Morgan County

02 :15 hrs
5.4 mi
13.924454 ft
I

Sleepy Creek is a tributary of the Potomac River. It is the most beautiful of the four streams in the Eastern Panhandle. The creek flows through woodlands, passed red shale cliffs and rock formations. This section is fairly smooth with some small rapids. At Johnson Mill the river turns left and plunges 6 feet over a natural dam. The hole at the bottom can be dangerous so be sure to scout this section. This creek is strictly a wet weather run.

109

West Virginia, Mineral County

01 :31 hrs
3.8 mi
31.6138 ft
II

This small stream joins the North Branch of the Potomac River in Mineral County. This creek is only runnable at high water periods when everything else is in flood stage. There are two low water bridges and a 3 foot dam at the Keyser Water Works.

110

New Jersey, Salem County

02 :41 hrs
6.3 mi
- ft
I

Don't be surprised if you see a bald eagle at the put in at Fort Mott's Pier. You paddle along an area that is undeveloped right across from Delaware City. You may experience some turbulence and wakes from passing boats.

111

West Virginia, Hampshire County

03 :03 hrs
7.6 mi
52.377777 ft
II

The North River is a small tributary of the Cacapon River located in Hardy County. This river is only paddled when water level are high. The river has little gradient which mean the whitewater isn't very challenging, however take caution for sharp turns and low branches. This section has a low bridge which requires a portage.

112

West Virginia, Tucker County

02 :28 hrs
6.8 mi
150.00623 ft
III

Red Creek is located in Tucker County and only is runnable during very wet seasons. This is a great run with Class II-III rapids. The second foot bridge marks a dangerous section of low ledges and stoppers which requires scouting. There may be downed trees that clogs the smaller channels.

113

Maryland, Frederick County

11 :12 hrs
26.4 mi
12.322151 ft
I

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. On this section, the Potomac leaves the mountains for good and settles down to a leisurely coast across the Piedmont. The river is wide, fairly straight, flat, and still maintains a swift current. There are some wooded bluffs here and there but the usual scenery is a line of trees on each bank with silver maples, sycamores, willows, and box elders as far as you can see. Some large islands on the river make for good camping.

114

West Virginia, Berkeley County

04 :54 hrs
11.6 mi
12.503792 ft
I

Opequon Creek is a tributary stream of the Potomac River located in Berkeley and Jefferson County. This section of the river has high banks which hides the surrounding scenery. This creek is relatively smooth and flat with some with a easy riffles and good current. This run has noise from roads and railroads which is hard to escape. The weather has to be very wet to run this creek.

115

Maryland, Myersville

04 :11 hrs
10.2 mi
44.363396 ft
I

Catoctin Creek runs down the western edge of Frederick County and drains the beautiful, rolling farmland of the Middletown Valley, between South Mountain and Catoctin Mountain. This section is full of easy riffles formed by gravel beds and has many sharp bends with occasional surprise fences or fallen trees. The surrounding countryside is mainly pastoral and offers rural serenity. This route is runnable in spring and winter within two days of hard rain.

116

West Virginia, Hampshire County

04 :57 hrs
11.9 mi
28.7984 ft
II

The North River is a small tributary of the Cacapon River located in Hardy County. This river is only paddled when water level are high. This section travels through beautiful rural farmland. The river has little gradient which mean the whitewater isn't very challenging, however take caution for sharp turns and low branches.

117

Maryland, Frederick County

04 :04 hrs
9.7 mi
21.986816 ft
I

Little Pipe Creek starts on the west side of Westminster but does not gather enough water to float a boat until it reaches the town of Union Bridge where this route begins. The creek twists and turns along the Frederick County line to join Big Pipe Creek at Detour. To begin, the scenery is fairly drab, including houses, trash, and scrubby vegetation but below Sams Creek, the scenery improves progressively with the appearance of pretty farms and small, red cliffs. Most of the water is flat but a sharp, three-foot dam, located beneath the Conrail trestle requires a short and brushy carry. This route is runnable in spring or winter within two days of hard rain.

118

Maryland, Allegany County

01 :11 hrs
3.4 mi
82.576904 ft
IV

Jennings Run drops off the Allegheny Front to join Wills Creek at Corriganville, two miles above The Narrows. This run is about three and a half miles of nonstop terror. It has only one, continuous rapid, formed by ledges, boulders, gravel, tree trunks, and one demolished bridge. Eddies are rare, the water is muddy, and the scenery consists largely of views of the highway and nearby houses but the majestic wooded mountains rise high above on both sides, creating a beautiful backdrop. This is a great target for bored whitewater paddlers looking for a thrill and a challenge.

119

Maryland, Montgomery County

08 :19 hrs
20 mi
52.458153 ft
I

This stream winds between muddy banks and through sometimes scrubby woods with only a few power line crossings to mar the solitude. Rock outcrops and hemlock-shaded bluffs provide great scenery. The water has some riffles, sand bars, and sunken logs and there is a lot of deadfall and log jams. You will need to carry a low-water bridge at Watkins Mill Road. The last half mile below River Road is a backwater of the Potomac filled with motorboats and line with shabby summer dwellings. There is a busy public ramp at the old C&O Canal aqueduct but you can avoid this by taking out on the left just below the River Road bridge.

120

West Virginia, Morgan County

06 :37 hrs
16 mi
54.492302 ft
I

Sleepy Creek is a tributary of the Potomac River. It is the most beautiful of the four streams in the Eastern Panhandle. The creek flows through woodlands, passed red shale cliffs and rock formations. This section of the river begins fairly smooth and then has numerous riffles and small rapids. This creek is strictly a wet weather run.

121

West Virginia, Berkeley County

02 :07 hrs
5.1 mi
10.772614 ft
I

Back Creek is a tributary of the Potomac River located in Berkeley County. It travels through beautiful woodlands and farmland with views of the North Mountain. This is an easy section of the river with very little rapids. There are some low bridges that may have collected debris and could require a portage. This is a small stream that's only runnable during wet periods.

122

West Virginia, Jefferson County

03 :42 hrs
8.9 mi
19.069603 ft
I

Opequon Creek is a tributary stream of the Potomac River located in Berkeley and Jefferson County. This section of the river has high banks which hides the surrounding scenery. This creek is relatively smooth and flat with some with a easy riffles and good current. This run has noise from roads and railroads which is hard to escape. The weather has to be very wet to run this creek.

123

Maryland, Frederick County

05 :41 hrs
13.7 mi
44.221184 ft
I

This run starts out pleasantly meandering through attractive woods and pastureland and past some pretty rock formations. The water is swift, muddy, and spotted with many easy riffles. This all ends and about four miles of deadwater paddling is required through Lake Linganore. As you paddle across the lake, the scenery changes as the shorelines are packed with homes. Once you get back on the creek, the current picks up to its swift pace and the natural scenery gradually reappears as you pass in and out of short, wooded gorges. The take-out is one and a half miles down the Monocacy River at Pinecliff Park. One portage is required at Linganore Dam and it is easiest to carry on the left riverbank.

124

Maryland, Howard County

02 :30 hrs
6 mi
24.617004 ft
I

Cattail Creek offers about five miles of nice cruising on a tiny tributary to the Patuxent River. The stream takes you along a pleasant, crooked path past farms and houses. Gravel-formed riffles are prevalent and some interesting, easy rapids are formed by patches of small boulders. Fallen trees are common and portages are often necessary. The final half mile of the creek is an attractive backwater of Triadelphia Reservoir.

125

West Virginia, Berkeley County

05 :04 hrs
12.1 mi
21.745865 ft
I

Back Creek is a tributary of the Potomac River located in Berkeley County. It travels through beautiful woodlands and farmland with views of the North Mountain. This is an easy section of the river with very little rapids. There are some low bridges that may have collected debris which could require a portage. This is a small stream that's only runnable during wet periods.

126

West Virginia, Berkeley County

02 :03 hrs
4.9 mi
8.182999 ft
I

Back Creek is a tributary of the Potomac River located in Berkeley County. It travels through beautiful woodlands and farmland with views of the North Mountain. This is an easy section of the river with very little rapids. There are some low bridges that may have collected debris that could require a portage. This is a small stream that's only runnable during wet periods.

127

West Virginia, Berkeley County

02 :19 hrs
5.5 mi
13.327599 ft
I

Back Creek is a tributary of the Potomac River located in Berkeley County. It travels through beautiful woodlands and farmland with views of the North Mountain. This section of the creek winds through very remote woods with some fairly long Class I rapids.. There are some low bridges that may have collected debris that could require a portage. This is a small stream that is only runnable during wet periods.

128

Maryland, Howard County

08 :03 hrs
19.5 mi
80.782036 ft
IV

The first several miles of this run twists down a broad wooded floodplain bordered by big houses but there is also a contrasting, exposed reach where the creek passes through pretty fields. Riffles are frequent but simple and trees are also frequent. Below Homewood Road, much of the run is set in a shallow, wooded gorge with beautiful scenery. Progress continues to be slow because of fallen trees. A few miles below Route 29, numerous small rapids of rock gardens little ledges appear and the scenery is decorated with big rock outcrops clothed in hemlock, ferns, and mountain laurel. The last half mile holds the whitewater climax, The Falls, consisting of a short, steep staircase of sharp ledges and a drop of a total of about 15 feet. Scout The Falls and, if in doubt, carry it on the left.

129

West Virginia, Jefferson County

03 :13 hrs
7.6 mi
11.442558 ft
I

Opequon Creek is a tributary stream of the Potomac River located in Berkeley and Jefferson County. This section of the river has high banks which hides the surrounding scenery. This creek is relatively smooth and flat with some with a easy riffles and good current. This run has noise from roads and railroads which is hard to escape. The weather has to be very wet to run this creek.

130

Maryland, Prince George's County

04 :07 hrs
9.7 mi
2.0535393 ft
I

On this route, the riverside for the first mile is mostly undeveloped and surrounded by forest and parkland and after passing Route 50 the river passes through lovely swamp and marsh and host an abundance of waterfowl. This area includes the beautiful Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens which is worth the side trip. From this point on stone or concrete seawalls gird the banks. The river is calm and lazy with no rapids or riffles. The take-out is around Hains Point and up the Potomac to the launching ramp on the north side of National Airport at Roaches Run. This area is popular during summer for motor boats.

131

Maryland, Crofton

06 :53 hrs
16.3 mi
11.889146 ft
I

The Patuxent River is a river that has suffered at the hands of man in the name of progress but much of it has been maintained in a semi-wilderness character that makes for some attractive cruising right in the heart of the Washington-Baltimore metropolis. On this section scenery is beautiful but navigation can be a challenge as the river periodically braids into numerous tiny channels with fallen trees often blocking the path. After about halfway, tidewater begins and the tangled trees clear up. The scenery changes to become sand and gravel pits and renegade trash dumps.

132

Maryland, Washington County

02 :26 hrs
5.8 mi
14.82428 ft
I

Antietam Creek is born just north of the Mason-Dixon Line and winds and twists for almost 41 miles to the Potomac River. This scenic country creek has long been a favorite for novice whitewater paddlers. This section consists of flat water with some riffles and the scenery is mainly houses, unsightly commercial buildings, and an old power plant. There is a three-foot weir at a paper recycling plant below Mtn. Aetna Road and one short, rocky rapid beneath the Oak Ridge Road bridge at Funkstown allows you to finish with a splash.

133

Maryland, Maryland City

05 :08 hrs
12.3 mi
25.668987 ft
I

The Patuxent River is a river that has suffered at the hands of man in the name of progress but much of it has been maintained in a semi-wilderness character that makes for some attractive cruising right in the heart of the Washington-Baltimore metropolis. On this section, the stream enters the Patuxent Research Refuge and the scenery is a beautiful swamp forest decorated by big, graceful beech trees. Navigation can be a challenge as the river periodically braids into numerous tiny channels with fallen trees often blocking the path. This route is only runnable when Duckett Reservoir is overflowing after a hard rain or after water release.

134

Maryland, Williamsport

06 :42 hrs
15.8 mi
9.776543 ft
I

The Potomac is the longest and most diverse river system in Maryland, reaching from the cold, high plateau of the Alleghenys to the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and tidewater. This trips starts off with a short portage on the right around a four-foot dam at Potomac Edison’s power plant. The river flows two and a half miles before the 13 miles of deadwater behind Dam No. 4. This might be tolerable if the river was scenic, but instead the banks are lined by a distasteful display of summer homes including mobile homes, trailers, and shacks. This section is not the best on the Potomac but is available throughout the year.

135

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :21 hrs
3 mi
0.9794357 ft
I

The Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. This route explores the vast marsh and Shell Beach Pond.

136

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :17 hrs
0.6 mi
0.68620706 ft
I

The Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. Turkle Pond is a very peaceful and quiet area with spectacular views.

137

Delaware, Sussex County

03 :21 hrs
7.5 mi
0.5675396 ft
I

The Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. This self-guided trail leads you into the heart of a salt water marsh on the Prime Hook Creek. The views and scenery are spectacular and there are many exploring opportunities.

138

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :59 hrs
2.2 mi
1.1920929e-7 ft
I

The Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. This route explores Stickweed Pond and Twin Pond where you will find solitude and great views. The salt marsh vegetation is rich and great to explore.

139

Delaware, Sussex County

02 :08 hrs
4.8 mi
0.9753398 ft
I

The Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. This route follows Prime Hook Creek and winds through a chain of several ponds before reaching Wilson Pond and Goose Pond near Prime Hook Road.

140

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :49 hrs
1.8 mi
1.9297915 ft
I

Trussum Pond is located just 6 miles from Laurel, in Sussex County. It is a spectacular destination for paddling and has a great fishing population as well. Delaware has some of the northernmost Bald Cypress trees in the nation and Trussum Pond is the best place to see these stately trees. You will paddle through a maze of gorgeous Bald Cypress trees which grow right out of the water. It is a very unique and beautiful location.

141

Delaware, Sussex County

02 :49 hrs
6.3 mi
0.93838096 ft
I

The Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. Here you will wind through the vast marsh visiting several ponds and finally reaching Petersfield Island near Route 16.

142

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :40 hrs
1.5 mi
0.987796 ft
I

The Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for migratory birds and lies along the western shore of Delaware Bay. The refuge contains a variety of habitats, including freshwater and salt marshes, woodlands, grasslands, ponds, and forested areas. It supports 267 species of birds and a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. This is a gorgeous place to paddle where you will find great views and lots of wildlife in a very quiet and peaceful area.

143

Maryland, Prince George's County

06 :33 hrs
16.4 mi
2.9 ft
SK II

This trip explores several tributaries of the Patuxent River; Mattaponi Creek, Lyon’s Creek, Weir Creek, and Broad Creek. These tributaries may even be more alluring than the main river as they wind and intimate path through the marshes with a great diversity of beautiful plant life. The area is also filled with much wildlife and the quiet environment allows you to view them in their natural habitat, especially waterfowl and beaver, muskrat, and river otter. Every season has a little something different to offer and this route is great for any time of year. The put-in site is used by both powerboaters and paddlers and these small side streams allow you to escape the noise of Jug Bay.

144

West Virginia, Mineral County

04 :38 hrs
10.3 mi
7.7678223 ft
I

Jennings Randolph Lake is located on the North Branch Potomac River in Garrett County. It was constructed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1981. The dam was built to make a freshwater reservoir and to control flooding on the North Branch of the Potomac River. It offers a pleasant place for canoeing, fishing and just relaxing. The boat ramp is located at the Howell Run Lake Access area.

145

West Virginia, Tucker County

02 :12 hrs
4.9 mi
5.254822 ft
I

Mount Storm Lake is a popular tourist destination located in Grant County. This 1200 acre lake was built in 1965 as a cooling lake for power generation. The power plant is operated by Dominion Virginia Power and heats the reservoir to 20-25 degrees above normal. The lake is up to 160 feet deep and the bottom can be clearly seen at depths of at least five feet on an overcast day. This boat ramp is the main access point and is located near the lakes dam.

146

West Virginia, Grant County

03 :53 hrs
8.6 mi
6.499817 ft
I

Mount Storm Lake is a popular tourist destination located in Grant County. This 1200 acre lake was built in 1965 as a cooling lake for power generation. The power plant is operated by Dominion Virginia Power and heats the reservoir to 20-25 degrees above normal. The lake is up to 160 feet deep and the bottom can be clearly seen at depths of at least five feet on an overcast day. This boat ramp is for seasonal use and is located on the side of the lake near the power plant.

147

Maryland, Garrett County

05 :12 hrs
11.6 mi
15.620636 ft
I

Jennings Randoph Lake is a reservoir of 952 acres located on the North Branch Potomac River in both Garrett County, Maryland and Mineral Count, West Virginia. The border between Maryland and West Virginia is the Potomac River, and as such this lake is split between the two states. Access on the Maryland side of Jennings Randolph Lake is located at the end of Mt. Zion Road and is provided by a concrete boat ramp. The lake is absolutely beautiful and is surrounded by gorgeous forest and mountains. In fall the scenery is especially stunning with brightly colored leaves.

148

Delaware, Sussex County

04 :11 hrs
5.2 mi
1 ft
SK II

On this route you will explore marshes and travel up and down the bay side. There are long expanses of sand to enjoy where you can stop for a while and rake for clams or float among the colorful windsurfers as they whisk by on a breezy day. The marshes and beach are perfect places to observe a plethora of shorebirds and waterfowl. The views and scenery are splendid.

149

Virginia, Spotsylvania County

05 :38 hrs
12.5 mi
5.2999954 ft
I

Lake Anna is very large and has several marinas, to put in at. Because of its size, it is impossible to cover the whole area in one outing. You are welcome to explore the lake from different marinas, so you can see different parts of Lake Anna. From Duke Creek Marina, as it is mapped here, you can explore part of the North-East side of the lake.

150

Delaware, Dover

02 :01 hrs
4.5 mi
0.32479572 ft
I

Silver Lake is surrounded by the city of Dover and is a beautiful place to take a break from fast-paced urban life. The area’s wildlife and rich history of the “First State’s” capital city along with the cultural opportunities combine to make Silver Lake a destination for everyone. The lake covers about 167 acres with a maximum depth of nine feet and an average depth of four feet. It is popular for swimming, boating, fishing, and many other recreational opportunities ranging from NASCAR racing to birdwatching nearby.

151

Maryland, Charles County

04 :52 hrs
12.2 mi
0.24370748 ft
SK II

This trip offers both a memorable beginning and end, keeping the paddler interested and engaged throughout the paddle. The beginning, downstream portion of this route takes you through an area with one of the most visible and active populations of bald eagle in Maryland. The end of day explorations wind through the upstream sections of Zekiah Swamp, a magical forested labyrinth where woods and water emerge. The waterway is broad and the lack of other boat traffic creates a serene paddle. Posey Creek is worth exploring and displays tall marsh grasses which border the creek and great wildlife viewing opportunities and Old Mill Branch is filled with miniature islands, delicate flowers, and painted turtles. The final hour on the water is beautiful as Zekiah Swamp swallows you in its forest and the diversity of plant life and wildlife are amazing.

152

Delaware, Sussex County

03 :31 hrs
8.8 mi
2.8527565 ft
SK II

The waters of Cedar Creek spill into Delaware Bay at a place called Mispillion Light. It shares a common quality, along with Broadkill, Old Mill, and Prime Hook, of remoteness, minimal development, and a variety of distracting scenery. The marshes are exceptionally pleasant to explore as the grass is relatively short, allowing good views from the boat. To begin, the creek demands some tight maneuvering around sharp turns and under low-hanging limbs and deadfall to reach open water. Before long, it all opens up to a wide marsh lined by distant pine forest with a few summer homes scattered. While the surrounding scenery is spread way out, the creek is usually narrow. The best take-out is a public boat ramp about a quarter mile below Route 36 on the left.

153

Delaware, Sussex County

02 :34 hrs
5.7 mi
2.9396753 ft
I

Red Mill Pond is a gorgeous lake in Nassau. It is surrounded by beautiful homes and great residential neighborhoods. Tall hardwood trees fill the shorelines and offer pretty scenery and spectacular foliage in the fall. The lake is great for fishing, paddling, boating, and swimming. There is easy access to paddle Old Mill Creek which winds through vast marshlands.

154

Delaware, Kent County

05 :30 hrs
13.8 mi
3.6123095 ft
SK III

The Murderkill River is very similar to the St. Jones River, each entering the Delaware Bay about a half mile apart at Bowers Beach. This route begins at Killen Pond, one of the prettiest and least developed ponds in Delaware that is well worth exploring. Approaching Frederica, the marsh completely inherits the river for good. Reed grass is most of what you will see, the section is fairly undisturbed, and opportunities for bird-watching are abundant.

155

Delaware, Milford

04 :25 hrs
11 mi
3.0991113 ft
SK II

The waters of the Mispillion River spill into Delaware Bay at a place called Mispillion Light. It shares a common quality, along with Broadkill, Old Mill, and Prime Hook, of remoteness, minimal development, and a variety of distracting scenery. The marshes are exceptionally pleasant to explore as the grass is relatively short, allowing good views from the boat. Leaving from a public launching area behind the town police station, the first few miles pass by relatively high, wooded banks. Later the stream loses itself in the wide, unspoled marshes and ends at Mispillion Light.

156

Maryland, Eldersburg

26 :28 hrs
58.8 mi
7.616989 ft
I

Liberty Reservoir is centrally located on the border of Baltimore and Carroll counties and is part of a 9,200-acre wildlife management area owned and managed by the City of Baltimore. The reservoir boasts great opportunities for viewing wildlife as the area is protected to provide habitat for upland and forest wildlife species, primarily white-tailed deer, wild turkey, rabbit, squirrel, and songbirds. The shape of the shoreline consists of many twists and turns around long, narrow, finger-like branches of the lake. There are miles and miles of shoreline to explore and many coves and inlets which are perfect for finding a quiet spot to stop and enjoy nature.

157

Delaware, Sussex County

04 :45 hrs
6 mi
4.0999928 ft
SK III

From Cape Henlopen State Park, paddle along the sand dunes and a lovely stretch of beach where rock waves provide great serenity. The large expanse of open dunes allows for beautiful views and scenery. A great variety and large numbers of shorebirds can be seen as well as other wildlife. At the Roosevelt Inlet you will find the partially sunken wreck of a wooden steamship.

158

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :11 hrs
2.6 mi
1.966959 ft
I

Trap Pond is surrounded by bald cypress in the middle of Trap Pond State Park. It has abundant wildlife and exceptional recreation opportunities. The pond was created in the late 1700’s to power a sawmill used to harvest the area’s large bald cypress that was coveted for its rot-resistant wood. The par rents row boats, canoes, kayaks, surf bikes, and pedal boats and there is a strict no-wake policy, making it perfect for paddlers. The scenery is gorgeous as the lake is surrounded by thick woods and large freshwater wetlands. Fishermen will also enjoy the lake as it contains a large population of very large fish.

159

Delaware, Kent County

04 :53 hrs
12.2 mi
1.4674424 ft
SK II

The Smyrna River is a tidal river very similar to the Leispic River. The first mile and a half below Smyrna Landing runs past high, wooded banks that appear to be man-made, probably dredge spoil from years past. But once beyond Mill Creek, this becomes a beautiful marsh tour. The limited perspective of a canoe hurts here as the height of the riverside reeds often denies the paddler of an appreciation of the beauty and vastness of the wetlands that lie beyond. There is no access at the mouth, so you can either double back to Route 9 or, if the wind and tide are with you, head three and a half miles down the bay to the town park at Woodland Beach.

160

Delaware, Kent County

04 :52 hrs
12.2 mi
1 ft
SK II

The Leipsic River is a tidal river very similar to the Smyrna River. Put in at the Garrison Lake Fishing Access Area. The first part of this run is very pretty, leading you first through swamps and then through a narrow marsh. Below Route 9, the river winds through the heart of a vast, beautiful marshland of which little is visible because of the tall reeds. It is still pretty though, and because it flows through Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, the lower part of this river is one of the few stretches in southern Delaware where you do not encounter duck blinds on every corner. Access to the mouth is nonexistent so you can either double all the way back to Route 9 or paddler nearly five miles down the bay to the boat ramp at Port Mahon.

161

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :36 hrs
4 mi
0.05140054 ft
SK I

On the Little Assawoman Bay, saltwater marsh forms the friges of the Bay. Within its grasses, birdwatchers may identify many species of waterfowl including osprey, herons, and bald eagles. Fenwick Island State Park forms the eastern edge of the bay where there is a large concrete observation tower. Blue Crabs are abundant and many other forms of wildlife may be found.

162

Delaware, Kent County

01 :02 hrs
2.3 mi
1.3998504 ft
I

Killen Pond, located in Killen Pond State Park is a charming lake that offers great fishing, swimming, and boating opportunities. Fish include largemouth bass, catfish, carp, perch, crappie, bluegill, and pickerel. Canoes, rowboats, kayaks, and pedal boats are available for rent during the summer. The scenery consists of gorgeous hardwood forest and marsh and great wildlife viewing opportunities.

163

Virginia, Westmoreland County

01 :43 hrs
4.3 mi
2.2708917 ft
SK I

You may rent kayaks and sign up for guided tours from the beach near the pool. Call the park in advance to reserve kayaks. The first part of the trip is in open water and the wind can be a factor for the less experienced kayaker. Pay special attention to the weather in the afternoon before embarking in the water. The Popes Creek is secluded and with very few small powerboats. The marshland is beautiful and rich. This is the birth place of George Washington, in his family’s plantation.

164

Delaware, New Castle County

02 :21 hrs
5.2 mi
0.5975065 ft
I

Located in Lums Pond State Park, Lums Pond is the largest freshwater lake in the state. There is no swimming in Lums Pond, but there is fantastic fishing for striped bass, pickerel, bluegill, crappie, catfish, and largemouth bass. Boating is also a popular activity with sailboats, row boats, canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats for rent by the park. There is a no wake policy on the lake, making it the perfect destination for paddlers. The shorelines are filled with gorgeous hardwood forest that provides wonderful scenery and there is lots of wildlife.

165

Maryland, Baltimore County

12 :14 hrs
27.2 mi
1.7999954 ft
I

Home to Loch Raven Skeet and Trap shooting range, numerous trails and picnic areas, as well as a large variety of wildlife, the Loch Raven Reservoir also provides beautiful water to paddle. The surrounding area is owned by the City of Baltimore and is a protected wildlife management area and many wildlife viewing opportunities can be found from the water. There is beautiful scenery as dense forest surrounds the lake. The dam creating this reservoir was built in 1914 and in doing so the agricultural village of Warren was submerged. There are four bridges for roads to cross the reservoir and many miles of shoreline to explore. Due to its shape with many long, narrow branches spreading out and each with several coves and inlets to explore, it is easy to find a quiet place to enjoy nature.

166

Delaware, Sussex County

05 :35 hrs
13.9 mi
0.6 ft
SK III

Wander through the saltwater marshes on Indian River Bay and you will be immersed in the abundant wildlife of the Bay, including the ever-present seagulls, egrets, and herons above and crabs beneath the surface. Holts Landing State Park offers tours in this area going among Vines Creek, Pepper Creek, and Blackwater Creek. Wind on the open water can make paddling difficult.

167

Maryland, Baltimore

15 :44 hrs
35 mi
5.719116 ft
I

Prettyboy Reservoir is located within a 7,380-acre tract that is owned and protected by the City of Baltimore. The Prettyboy Reservoir Wildlife Management Area provides habitat for upland forest wildlife species primarily white-tailed deer, wild turkey, rabbit, squirrel, and songbirds, which makes the water a great place for observing wildlife. The shoreline consists of many twists and turns around long, narrow, finger-like branches, which makes finding a quiet cove to enjoy nature very easy. Thick forest surrounds the water and offers gorgeous scenery, especially in fall. No gasoline motors or swimming are permitted.

168

New Jersey, Clayton

00 :47 hrs
1.7 mi
1.9829369 ft
I

Wilson Lake is a 60-acre lake located in Scotland Run Park just southeast of Clayton. The lake provides a peaceful, wilderness setting for paddling and is surrounded by dense woodlands that are home to lots of wildlife. The area offers good opportunity for viewing hawks, turtles, and lots of waterfowl. The lake only allows electric motorboats and non-motorized watercraft keeping the waters calm and quiet. Scotland Run Park also offers a nature center, picnic areas, a playground, and a swimming beach.

169

West Virginia, Berkeley County

01 :27 hrs
3.2 mi
3.6999817 ft
I

Sleepy Creek Lake is located in the Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area in Berkeley County. this 205 acre lake has a maximum depth of 26 feet and an average depth of 9 feet. The lake offers 2 other gravel boat ramps as well as the main concrete ramp. It provides excellent fishing for bluegill, largemouth bass, crappie and channel catfish. The lake is surrounded by thick forest and offers wildlife encounters.

170

Maryland, Garrett County

22 :58 hrs
51 mi
4.9156494 ft
I

Deep Creek Lake is the biggest freshwater lake in Maryland and was created in the 1920s as part of a hydroelectric project. Sweeping vistas of the Allegheny Mountain Range are seen in the distance and heavily forested hills and mountains surround the lake and rise steeply around the shorelines. Meadow Mountain is especially beautiful as it towers over the lake. The lake is quite large and has a very unique shape. There are many deep inlets and coves that spread like fingers, branching out all around the narrow core of the lake. These fingers provide many miles of shoreline to explore. Summer homes and residential homes line most of the shore, there is some commercial development at the north end of the lake, and a portion that is undeveloped exists on the eastern side where Deep Creek Lake State Park is situated. Despite the heavy development around the lake, there is still great forest scenery and opportunities for viewing wildlife, especially birds.

171

Maryland, Frederick County

00 :41 hrs
1.5 mi
7.5481873 ft
I

Hunting Creek Lake is located in Cunningham Falls State Park in the Catoctin Mountains and has absolutely beautiful scenery with the mountains rising dramatically all around. The shoreline is heavily forested and the views are magnificent. The lake offers guarded swimming, a boat ramp for small boats (no gasoline motors permitted), and fishing, especially for trout. Through the summer months, canoes and rowboats are available for rental. The lake is small and picturesque as it is set in the mountains away from busy roads and towns and wildlife viewing opportunities abound.

172

New Jersey, Bridgeton

06 :40 hrs
16.7 mi
4.3 ft
SK I

This paddling trip follows Cohansey River, a tidal tributary of the Delaware River, between Sunset Lake and Hancock Harbor. The river travels past a large city park which includes a zoo, and then continues south through the heart of Bridgeton. The river through Bridgeton is not as scenic and includes mostly developed urban shoreline. After the very short segment through the city the river again starts to travel through mostly wooded terrain and marshland areas with only occasional residential structures. The river significantly widens as it starts to head west towards the take-out at Hancock Harbor.

173

Maryland, Washington County

00 :31 hrs
1.1 mi
2.8424988 ft
I

Located in Greenbrier State Park in the Appalachian Mountains, this man-made freshwater lake offers swimming, sunbathing, boating, and fishing opportunities. Wildlife abounds in the park and opportunities for viewing birds, fish, turtles, frogs, snakes, and other animals are great while on the quiet water. The shoreline consists of mostly dense forest and some beach and grassy areas with the surrounding scenery boasting majestic forested mountains rising all around. There is a beach and swimming area that has lifeguards through the summer months. This is a very popular spot due to its close proximity to the surrounding cities and its accessibility from the National Pike.

174

Maryland, Queen Anne's County

00 :26 hrs
1 mi
3.2149758 ft
I

Tuckahoe Lake is located in Tuckahoe State Park and is a small impoundment of the Tuckahoe Creek that runs the length of the park. The lake is 60-acres in size with only about 20-acres of open water available for paddling as the rest is flooded woodland. This is a popular place for paddling both the lake and the creek because of the thick surrounding forest which offers beautiful scenery and boasts many opportunities for viewing wildlife. It is common for visitors to spot bald eagles, ospreys, and great blue herons or have beavers and muskrats swim past their canoes. Rentals and guided canoe or kayak trips are available through the summer months.

175

New Jersey, Bridgeton

00 :48 hrs
1.8 mi
1.4633405 ft
I

This scenic reservoir is located north of the city of Bridgeton and provides a relaxing spot for an easy half-day paddle. The lake is located on the Cohansey River, a tidal tributary of the Delaware Bay. The lake is surrounded by mostly wooded terrain and a little bit of residential development. There is lots of parking and easy access from the park's amphitheater. The Cohansey River can also be run upstream and downstream from the lake providing visitors some additional paddling options.

176

Maryland, Montgomery County

07 :31 hrs
16.7 mi
5.848427 ft
I

Triadelphia Reservoir is located on the Patuxent River and was created in 1943 by the construction of the Brighton Dam. With a surface area of 800 acres and many coves and inlets, and beautiful shorelines occupied by forests and fields, there is much water to paddle and several places to explore to find solitude and tranquility. The scenery is gorgeous, especially when the fall colors bloom or in spring when brightly colored azaleas are found, and there is abundant wildlife for viewing. The Visitor’s Center and azalea gardens are found at the south end by the Brighton Dam and the boat ramp is at the north end off of Triadelphia Lake Road.

177

Maryland, Montgomery County

05 :51 hrs
13 mi
11.567284 ft
I

This lake was created by the construction of a dam on Little Seneca Creek and is located near the Boyds community in Black Hill Regional Park. It was built to provide an emergency water supply for the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area and it also provides a recreational amenity for the public. Fishing and boating facilities, including two boat ramps are available to the public. About half of the shoreline is developed with homes, especially on the east side, but the rest is beautiful with thick forest and rolling hills surrounding it. The lake is small but long and narrow with three different branches, each hosting coves and inlets for exploring and viewing wildlife.

178

New Jersey, Millville

02 :46 hrs
6.2 mi
3.3999991 ft
I

This oblong lake covers 898 acres and is 4 miles long and 1.2 miles at its widest point. Consider a moonlight paddle here, when the full moon peeks through treetops before displaying a radiant glow across the river. There is a dam on the south end of the lake with a line of buoys warning of danger. Use caution after a heavy rain.

179

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :56 hrs
2.1 mi
3.2999997 ft
I

Chipmans Pond is a 52 acre pond located in Laurel and contains an abundance of largemouth bass and several other species for fishing. Aquatic vegetation is abundant and consists of hydrilla and filamentous algae. Pretty hardwood forest fills the shorelines and provides great scenery while vast agricultural land occupies the surrounding area.

180

Virginia, Fairfax County

04 :54 hrs
6.1 mi
0.57703197 ft
SK I

The beginner kayaker will enjoy this paddle. It is beautiful, with lots to see and smooth water to travel on. It offers a good workout without being too sore on the next day. You will find high cliffs, expansive marshland, bald eagles in the sky and creeks. It is conveniently located in the middle of Washington DC. The bald eagles are very common to be seen in groups at the marshland.

181

Delaware, New Castle County

04 :49 hrs
12 mi
2.3998325 ft
SK II

The Appoquinimink River and Blackbird Creek, located in middle New Castle County, are the northernmost creeks of any length in Delaware. Sharing almost a common mouth, they enter the Delaware River just upstream of where it officially becomes Delaware Bay. Together, these winding tidal waterways offer over 23 miles of exploring plus extra miles from the many side channels. Put in right by the spillway of the dike that separates freshwater Noxontown Pond from tidewater. The first quarter mile can be shallow at low tide, at which time starting at Odessa is a better option. The river winds through narrow, marshy bottoms that are fringed by wooded higher ground and later downstream it flows through mainly open marsh. Be cautious of tidal rips through the piers of the Route 299 Bridge in Odessa.

182

New Jersey, Salem County

04 :36 hrs
10.2 mi
0.3619345 ft
I

Neither a lake or a bay, Mannington Meadows' vast expanse of shallow, brackish water can provide days of paddling enjoyment for the nature lover, especially the birder. Situated close to the Delaware River, these waters are slightly tidal but still enjoyable for the novice paddlers. Best time to paddle is during high tide as you may get stuck on a few sand bars during low tide.

183

Virginia, Fairfax County

04 :32 hrs
10.1 mi
6.699829 ft
I

This is a large Reservoir. At 2,100-acre, Occoquan forms the boundary between Fairfax and Prince William counties. It has three equipped marinas, which are rental facilities for watercrafts. You may also purchase food and fishing bait and tackle. Occoquan Reservoir serves the residents of Fairfax County and the City of Alexandria with their water needs.

184

Virginia, Fairfax County

03 :30 hrs
7.8 mi
4.620205 ft
I

This is a large Reservoir. At 2,100-acre, Occoquan forms the boundary between Fairfax and Prince William counties. It has three equipped marinas, which are rental facilities for watercrafts. You may also purchase food and fishing bait and tackle. Occoquan Reservoir serves the residents of Fairfax County and the City of Alexandria with their water needs. The vegetation is thick. The fall colors are beautiful.

185

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :01 hrs
2.3 mi
0.28886092 ft
I

Wagamons Pond is located in Milton in Sussex County. It offers beautiful wooded views as well as some views of the town of Milton. It has a great fish population including crappie, pickerel, redear sunfish, perch, bream, bluegill, and largemouth bass. The west end of the lake past Route 250 has lots of aquatic vegetation and thick forested scenery.

186

Maryland, Allegany County

02 :16 hrs
5 mi
11.098785 ft
I

Lake Habeeb, also known as Rocky Gap Lake, is located in Rocky Gap State Park in Allegany County. The lake is fed by Rocky Gap Run and is nestled against the east side of the southern tip of Evitts Mountain. There are three public beaches along the shoreline as well as superb fishing. There is a dam on the western shore of the lake that was built in 1970 by the Army Corps of Engineers. The lake is surrounded by hiking trails, there is an abundance of aquatic vegetation, and absolutely beautiful views of the mountains and forest can be enjoyed from the water.

187

Maryland, Garrett County

04 :00 hrs
8.9 mi
2.3258972 ft
II

The Savage River Reservoir is a 360-acre storage reservoir that was formed by the Savage Dam which impounds the Savage River. It is located in Big Run State Park and is surrounded by stunning scenery of heavily forested mountains which rise steeply on the banks. This provides a very secluded atmosphere and is very quiet, providing wildlife viewing opportunities. Access to the reservoir is available through Big Run State Park at the end of Big Run Road or further south on the western bank of the lake at the intersection of Savage River Road and Dry Run Road. Take note that the wind in the canyon can be strong. Swimming is not permitted in the reservoir and no fuel of any type is allowed on or in the reservoir.

188

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :27 hrs
3.2 mi
0.8091825 ft
I

Millsboro Pond is surrounded by the Town of Millsboro and there is a rich history in the area of the Nanticoke Indians who were the original settlers here. The pond is shallow and best explored by a small boat. Electric motors are permitted but size is restricted by the shallow water. The fishing population is good and includes largemouth bass, black crappie, pumpkinseed, white perch, yellow perch and pickerel. The lake is largely surrounded by thick forest and part of the shore allows viewing of the Town of Millsboro.

189

Virginia, Frederick County

02 :41 hrs
6 mi
4.1657715 ft
I

At the bottom and middle of the lake, lies submerged the remnants of an old mill. During springtime, there is a beautiful display of Mountain Laurels and dogwood trees on the shoreline. You will find a steep boat ramp with a parking lot next to it. It is appropriate for small boats and canoes. Swimming, sailing, wading, and trotlines are prohibited. There are many fishing regulations, please look them up at the Park’s website.

190

Virginia, Westmoreland County

00 :51 hrs
1.9 mi
5.6135697 ft
I

This is a shallow pond, average depth of about 4 feet. Because of the shallowness of the pond, you will see the cover of the lily pads by the shoreline. Fishing is great at Gardy’s Millpond. To use the lake an Access Permit is required. Only electric boats are allowed. The pond is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please see Park website for fishing regulations.

191

Delaware, Kent County

00 :55 hrs
2 mi
1.2907224 ft
I

Lake Como is a beautiful recreational lake located in Smyrna. It offers swimming, fishing, and paddling as well as other outdoor activities. Lifeguards supervise the swimming beach and canoes, kayaks, and paddle boats are available for renting. The scenery is great and this is a perfect destination for a family afternoon outing.

192

Virginia, Stafford County

01 :07 hrs
2.5 mi
5.280365 ft
I

Equipped with a single boat ramp and a large parking lot, Curtis Lake also has access to the Stafford County Parks and Rec’s. Curtis Memorial Park is a multi-use facility offering tennis courts, swimming pool, a golf course, and picnic area. All visitors are required to get an Access Permit for lake use.

193

Virginia, Spotsylvania County

03 :22 hrs
7.5 mi
13.3259735 ft
I

The Hunting Run Reservoir has attendants to monitor activities and sell passes. The lake is open Thursday-Sunday and Holiday Monday’s during the season, (closed Monday-Wednesday), from 6:00 a.m. to dusk or 8:00 p.m., whichever comes first. Only electric motorboats allowed. You may rent boats for a minimum of three hours and a limit of eight hours.

194

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :56 hrs
2.1 mi
1.4949954 ft
I

Waples Pond is located near Milton and is just outside of the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including pickerel, crappie, bullhead, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, bream, and bluegill. The scenery is very beautiful with thick woods filling the shorelines. There are opportunities to explore the streams that enter the pond as well.

195

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :56 hrs
2.1 mi
1.4968681 ft
I

Ingrams Pond is a 24 acre pond located in Millsboro, in Sussex County. It is a great fishing spot and contains good populations of largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, and golden shiner. Aquatic vegetation is abundant with some spatterdock beds in the lower main bod of the pond. The scenery is very attractive and wooded with great opportunities to explore upstream on the river.

196

Virginia, Rockingham County

00 :39 hrs
1.4 mi
1.882782 ft
I

Lake Shenandoah is shallow; much of it is 3 feet deep or less. The deepest part of it is by the dam, nearing 25 feet. The water has algal blooms throughout the year. All visitors are required to have a permit to visit the lake. The concession stand has different hours of business. Call the park to find out the hours. You may also rent canoes and jon boats by the hour. Restroom facilities are available.

197

Virginia, Culpeper County

02 :26 hrs
5.4 mi
1.9506836 ft
I

Lake Pelham has 255-acres. It is equipped with a single shallow boat ramp, it has a few residences surrounding it and no restrooms. A permit is required for boating, and no gas motorboats are allowed. If you are going to fish, there are no banks for fishing access. Boats are needed.

198

Virginia, Spotsylvania County

01 :52 hrs
4.1 mi
14.600315 ft
I

The views of this lake are stunning. The lush green vegetation and the fall colors are amazing. You may purchase a permit for the day/season at the concession stand. You may also rent your watercraft. The shores are steep and undeveloped. This is one of the most scenic lakes in Northern Virginia. A single boat ramp, portable toilets, picnic tables and fishing piers are near the concession building.

199

New Jersey, Cumberland County

03 :45 hrs
8.3 mi
1.9367111 ft
I

Dividing Creek is a freshwater tributary of Delaware Bay that offers paddlers rugged marshland waters for paddling and birdwatching. The creek is fairly easy to navigate as the water mainly flows in one main channel. Paddlers putting in at Tom's Bridge will want to paddle upstream toward the headwaters for a short distance for some of the best scenery along the route and then explore the creek to the south down to the take-out at Hansey Creek.

200

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :41 hrs
1.5 mi
1.1983349 ft
I

Records Pond, also known as Laurel Lake, covers about 90 acres and provides abundant fish, wildlife, and recreation opportunities. It is located near Laurel in southern Delaware and has a maximum depth of only 10 feet. Fishermen will find healthy populations of crappie, pickerel, bluegill, white perch, and some largemouth bass. The shoreline views consist of a pretty line of trees, mostly blocking out the residential areas surrounding the lake. A busy highway also crosses the lake.

201

Maryland, Ellicott City

01 :03 hrs
2.3 mi
2.866768 ft
I

Centennial Lake is a 50-acre impoundment on the Centennial Branch of the Little Patuxent River and is located in a suburban area. The water is typically clear but can become murky following storm events and aquatic vegetation, especially algae blooms, lily pads, and submerged vegetation, are common. This is a shallow lake with many coves and hosts an overpopulation of largemouth bass and trout. With forests surrounding the lake and dominating the shoreline and several small islands on the lake, there is beautiful scenery and opportunity for wildlife viewing.

202

Delaware, Kent County

00 :44 hrs
1.6 mi
1.0014677 ft
I

Moores Lake is a 27-acre lake located in Dover. There is a great fishing population and species include bass, panfish, bluegill, white perch, pumpkinseed, and black crappie. Aquatic vegetation is abundant and you will find large beds of spatterdock and planktonic algae blooms. The scenery is beautiful and contains thick woods interspersed with homes.

203

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :31 hrs
1.1 mi
0.73214054 ft
I

Raccoon Pond is a small, 13 acre pond located in Laurel. Largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, pumpkinseed, chain pickerel, and other species make this a great fishing destination. The remote location and thick surrounding forest make this a very peaceful spot for paddling. The views are great and the seclusion can’t be beat.

204

Virginia, Fairfax County

00 :32 hrs
1.2 mi
4.812004 ft
I

Fairfax Lake is small and beautiful. The fall colors are amazing. The park itself has a swimming pool, campground and boat rentals. Although there is no boat ramp, canoes and kayaks can be carried in and launched. Fishing is good. The views are gorgeous and the lake is peaceful.

205

Maryland, Washington

02 :19 hrs
5.8 mi
2.798094 ft
SK I

You will have the best views of the monuments in Washington DC. A constant current is present here. The island has wonderful trails for hiking. Across the water from Roosevelt, on the east shore, you will find a 10-foot high and long concrete floodwall. If you go early, you will most likely run into at least one rowing team. They travel in straight lines, very quickly and without the ability to maneuver their boats. Stay out of the way. And keep on the lookout for the Georgetown Waterfront National Harbor Ferry.

206

Delaware, Kent County

00 :53 hrs
2 mi
2.0977952 ft
I

McGinnis Pond is a 31 acre pond in Canterbury and has had a long history of providing excellent bass fishing. A variety of other species are also found in the pond. The woodlands in the surrounding area have been gradually giving way to residential development but the scenery is still largely wooded and very pretty. Aquatic vegetation is abundant, especially spatterdock, duckweed, and filamentous algae.

207

Maryland, Garrett County

00 :24 hrs
0.9 mi
3.0983887 ft
I

New Germany State Park’s visitors frequently call it a “best kept secret.” Located between Big Savage Mountain to the east and the eastern Continental Divide along Meadow Mountain to the west, this park contains a network of multi-use trails and a small lake. A variety of watercraft are available for rent and gasoline motors are prohibited on the lake. The lake is surrounded by heavily forested mountains and the density of trees and plants along the shoreline provide beautiful scenery and opportunities for viewing wildlife. Big Savage Mountain to the east creates the backdrop for the lake. A deep sense of tranquility can be found on a small, mountain lake such as this.

208

Maryland, Papa Johns #2997

03 :42 hrs
9.2 mi
1.8 ft
SK I

McIntosh Run flows through agricultural landscape with views of tobacco fields and Amish pastureland before emptying into the headwaters of Breton Bay. This creek affords a clean environment with a great sense of isolation and purity. At the put-in, note the strength of the flow as periods of high rain may create a current too strong for the return trip forcing a one-way trip. Scenery is composed of hardwood and holly trees and changes to freshwater marsh and pine trees. As you approach the mouth there are several islands which are navigable on any side. Once you reach Buzzard Point, take time to explore the shoreline. Most paddlers choose not to go further downstream as power boats fill the bay. Great opportunities for birding are present on this route.

209

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :00 hrs
2.2 mi
2.7967517 ft
I

Concord Pond is a 77 acre pond located in Seaford and is a great spot for quiet paddling and fishing. Bluegill, black crappie, and pumpkinseed are among some of the species found in the pond. Hydrilla dominates the aquatic vegetation with some patches of spatterdock and duckweed floating on the surface. The major tributary to Concord Pond is Tyndall Branch, entering the eastern portion of the pond and is open for about and mile and is great for paddling and exploring.

210

New Jersey, Cumberland County

03 :14 hrs
7.2 mi
1.9998491 ft
I

This tidal tributary of Delaware Bay offers paddlers miles and miles of marshy terrain for paddling and birdwatching. The first half-mile or so after the put-in can be muddy and shallow at low tide but as you head downstream the river spreads and offers lots of channels and ponds for exploration. Access down the river is limited but there are so many channels and bays to explore that an out-and-back trip on the river can keep you busy for a long time. The creek also connects to the Dividing Creek which is another long tributary that offers even more paddling options. Bringing along a map of the river is recommended as a safety precaution as getting disoriented in the area is very possible.

211

Delaware, Dover

05 :03 hrs
12.7 mi
3.0638251 ft
SK III

The St. Jones River is very similar to the Murderkill River, each entering the Delaware Bay about a half mile apart at Bowers Beach. This route begins in the quiet farmlands between Harrington and Felton. The access at the foot of Silver Lake is excellent and from there the river forges a narrow, swampy path through Dover and its suburbs and remains surprisingly attractive, considering its urban location. The upper half mile is shallow and scrapey and best run in late fall, winter, and spring within a week of rain but the rest of the route is always runnable.

212

Delaware, Kent County

00 :37 hrs
1.4 mi
2.6338391 ft
I

Andrews Lake is a 17 acre lake that is located in Frederica. It is a great fishing lake with an abundance of largemouth bass and a variety of other fish species. There is lots of algae on the lake and spatterdock is the dominant emergent plant feature. Small amounts of duck weed are also seen. The scenery consists of pretty hardwood forests with some homes interspersed.

213

Virginia, Orange County

01 :43 hrs
3.8 mi
0.69898224 ft
I

Lake Orange has 124-acres. A permit is required to visit the park. It is located a few miles east of Orange. The views are of rolling farmland and hardwood forests. The lake is equipped with a boat ramp, picnic facilities, concession, fishing pier and shoreline. You may rent boats at the concession building. The lake is open year round, 24 hours a day.

214

Virginia, Spotsylvania County

10 :30 hrs
23.3 mi
3.5999908 ft
I

Lake Anna is very large and has several marinas, to put in at. Because of its size, it is impossible to cover the whole area in one outing. You are welcome to explore the lake from different marinas, so you can see different parts of Lake Anna. From Rocky Branch Marina you can explore the midsection of the lake as it is mapped here. You may choose to make this a whole day trip or an overnight event. The Rocky Branch Marina is equipped with a campground.

215

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :16 hrs
2.8 mi
1.8999996 ft
I

Horseys Pond is a 46 acre lake located in Laurel and is great for paddling and fishing. There is a variety of fish species found in the lake, especially bluegill and largemouth bass. Aquatic vegetation consists of filamentous algae and lyngbya with some hydrilla. This is Delaware’s deepest pond with a maximum depth of about 12 feet. The scenery is wooded with some homes and agricultural land in the surrounding areas.

216

Maryland, Montgomery County

01 :21 hrs
3 mi
7.148781 ft
I

Clopper Lake is located in Seneca Creek State Park and is a 90-acre lake surrounded by forests and fields. With an average depth of 18 feet, several shallow coves, and some fallen trees and beaver huts providing habitats for fish, there is an overabundance of largemouth bass and several other fish species. Fishermen will not be disappointed. The thick tree-lined shores provide beautiful scenery to paddlers and are especially gorgeous when the fall colors bloom. The small coves and aquatic vegetation are great to explore by boat. Seneca Creek State Park offers boat rentals as well as other recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, and picnicking.

217

New Jersey, Gloucester County

00 :43 hrs
1.6 mi
0.65405655 ft
I

This lake is fairly shallow, but abundant wildlife and unusual plant life make this a rewarding paddle. The wide border of woods to the south is good for fishing. You will fin pickerel, small mouth bass, carp, and perch. It is not unusual to find swans on the lake particularly on the northern end.

218

Virginia, King George County

03 :21 hrs
8.4 mi
5.4383936 ft
SK I

The ramp you put in is the old site of a brick factory. Steamboats were used to take the bricks to the market. As you go down river, you will see the bricks that fell off the steamboats. Hopefully you can hit the current going down and the current going back up at the right time. It will make for a pleasant paddle if you do. There are very few homes along the way. Staying close to the shore, you can explore any side creeks that may look appealing. Eagles are abundant here. You will see them throughout the whole paddle.

219

West Virginia, Hardy County

00 :22 hrs
0.8 mi
3.0560303 ft
I

Rock Cliff Lake is located on the Trout Pond Recreation Area in the George Washington National Forest. The 17 acre lake has a maximum depth of 36 feet and the average depth of 12 feet. This lake was built in 1969 and is surrounded by wooded forest that offer beautiful scenery. The lake provides campsites and a day use area including a sand beach and picnic sites.

220

Virginia, Spotsylvania County

08 :12 hrs
18.2 mi
3.696083 ft
I

Lake Anna is very large and has several marinas, to put in at. Because of its size, it is impossible to cover the whole area in one outing. You are welcome to explore the lake from different marinas, so you can see different parts of Lake Anna. From Duke Creek Marina, as it is mapped here, you can explore part of the South-East side of the lake. With lots of private residences, it might be tough to find a shore location to rest.

221

Virginia, Fairfax County

05 :11 hrs
11.5 mi
18.316471 ft
I

This is a large Reservoir. At 2,100-acres, Occoquan forms the boundary between Fairfax and Prince William counties. It has three equipped marinas, which are rental facilities for watercrafts. You may also purchase food and fishing bait and tackle. Occoquan Reservoir serves the residents of Fairfax County and the City of Alexandria with their water needs. This is the ramp at the southern part of the lake.

222

Virginia, Spotsylvania County

08 :42 hrs
19.4 mi
3.6999893 ft
I

Lake Anna is very large and has several marinas, to put in at. Because of its size, it is impossible to cover the whole area in one outing. You are welcome to explore the lake from different marinas, so you can see different parts of Lake Anna. From High Point Marina, you have access to the Northwest side of the lake as it is mapped here. The lake branches out in different directions.

223

New Jersey, Salem County

03 :53 hrs
8.6 mi
1.8350501 ft
I

Despite its close proximity to lots of urban development, multiple major roadways, and a large chemical plant, the Salem River is a pleasant surprise that offers visitors a scenic and enjoyable paddle. The river travels through a mix of wooded, marshland, and swampland terrain with very few structures along the way. The first mile or so of the run below Rte. 620 is fairly narrow and prone to deadfall and natural obstructions but this does not last for long as the river quickly widens.

224

Virginia, Culpeper County

01 :12 hrs
2.7 mi
2.0736694 ft
I

Mountain Run is a county park with 75-acre of wooded shores. It is equipped with a narrow boat ramp and a courtesy pier. Adjacent to the lake you will find a playground and picnic shelter. To put your boat in the water, you are required to have a permit. Permits are sold at the office.

225

Maryland, Worcester County

04 :43 hrs
5.9 mi
2.4 ft
SK I

This is a refreshing, very serene paddle in a pristine marsh area. The marsh is abundant with wildlife and you are likely to encounter bald eagles, great blue herons, green herons, cormorants, several types of egrets, turtles, ducks, and jumping fish. There are many coves and side creeks to explore and immerse yourself deeper into the wild marshes and forests. There is virtually no place to rest or stretch but one small place is noted in the map. The creeks meander and the path can get confusing so be prepared.

226

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :27 hrs
1 mi
1.3999933 ft
I

Craigs Pond is a small lake located just 2 miles from Blades, in Sussex County. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, bream, bluegill, bullhead, crappie and pickerel here. Aquatic vegetation is plentiful and includes filamentous algal mats and watermeal that can cover much of the lake’s surface. The scenery is pretty and consists of hardwood trees.

227

Maryland, Eldersburg

02 :44 hrs
6.1 mi
4.999954 ft
I

Piney Run Lake is surrounded by 550 acres of fields, forest, and open space in Piney Run Park. Natural, educational, and recreational opportunities abound in the park and boating is one of the most popular activities. Canoes, sailboats, rowboats, kayaks, and electric powered fishing boats are used on the lake during the Park season only. The shoreline is undeveloped and is lined with tightly packed trees and beautiful forest. The very northern tip of the lake is not contained in Piney Run Park and the shoreline there is privately owned but remains rural in nature. There is much aquatic vegetation and fishing is argued one of the best locations in the state.

228

New Jersey, Salem County

00 :48 hrs
1.8 mi
0.3422928 ft
I

This lake has a reputation of being the best-kept secret of New Jersey. There are almost 2,000 acres of Parvin State Park for you to enjoy. The park is noted as a hot spot for the spring migration of songbirds and is frequently visited by bird-watcher groups. In times of decent water, you can paddle than a mile upstream in Muddy Creek on the lakes northwestern tip.

229

Maryland, Saint Mary's County

02 :56 hrs
6.5 mi
7.9758663 ft
I

St. Mary’s Lake is a 250-acre impoundment on the St. Mary’s River and offers some quiet, relaxing paddling. The area surrounding the lake has a wide range of habitats, from wooded acres and fields to swamps and small streams. With such diversity, you can also find many different types of plant and animal species. Paddling is a great way to explore these habitats and observe nature. There are many coves and inlets to explore and find a quiet place of peace and solitude. Hiking, fishing, mountain biking, and horseback riding are other popular activities in the park.

230

Maryland, Garrett County

03 :25 hrs
7.6 mi
0.23825073 ft
I

The Youghiogheny River Lake is mostly located in Pennsylvania but is very large and the southern portion of the reservoir is in the northwest corner of Maryland. It winds through a mountainous, heavily forested rural area and boasts beautifully clean waters and is gorgeous as it is surrounded by mountains and steep-sided valleys. There are numerous coves and backwater areas along the lake which provide excellent places to explore or to fish. There are a variety of game and panfish and Youghiogheny River Lake is considered a hotspot for walleye and smallmouth bass.

231

Maryland, Montgomery County

01 :03 hrs
2.3 mi
4.5041428 ft
I

Lake Needwood is a beautiful 75-acre lake located in Rock Creek Regional Park and is surrounded by forests and fields. The thick tree-lined shores provide beautiful scenery to paddlers and are especially gorgeous when the falls colors bloom. There are a few small coves, and island, and aquatic vegetation which will keep paddlers interested and exploring. Fishing is permitted as well as several other recreational opportunities provided by Rock Creek Park. Rental boats are available as well as guided tours of the lake on a pontoon boat named Needwood Queen. Wildlife is abundant and it is easy to spot turtles, birds, and other wildlife from the water.

232

Maryland, Garrett County

00 :46 hrs
1.7 mi
1.6205444 ft
I

Herrington Lake is located within Garrett State Forest in the Herrington Manor State Park. It is a small, 53-acre lake that is available for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. From April to October, boat rentals are available for rent. The lake is set in a very quiet, remote area surrounded by thick forest and rolling hills. This is a great place to get away and enjoy solitude on the water. The lake is shallow and great for fishing as well.

233

Maryland, Mountain Lake Park

01 :25 hrs
3.2 mi
1.4347534 ft
I

Broadford Lake was built in 1972 as a water supply reservoir for the town of Oakland and opened to the public for recreational opportunities in 1975. There is one boat ramp and boat rentals are available but gasoline motors are prohibited. The shoreline is undeveloped and is lined with tightly packed trees. This forested environment provides many opportunities for viewing wildlife. Aquatic vegetation is abundant on the lake, especially lily pads on the shallow, upper end. Populations of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, rainbow trough, and tiger muskies are found in the lake and fishing is very popular.

234

Maryland, Prince George's County

04 :08 hrs
10.3 mi
6.5 ft
SK II

The trip through Jug Bay and Up the Western Branch of the Patuxent is a beautiful paddle through tidal freshwater marsh and riparian forests. But it is also a voyage through history up an old working river and past the remains of railroads and plantations. The trip begins at Selby’s Landing is the site of the first African-American owned airport in the United States. Patuxent River Park was formed in 1959, forever preserving Selby’s Landing as a piece of U.S. history. The intimate marshland experience provides ample opportunity for viewing birds and wildlife as well as a close look at the diverse plant life. Be sure to give yourself a good day to explore the many side streams.

235

Maryland, West Laurel

05 :40 hrs
12.6 mi
7.441429 ft
I

Rocky Gorge Reservoir is located on the Patuxent River near the town of Burtonsville and was created in 1952 by the construction of the T. Howard Duckett Dam. The lake is 773 acres and is surrounded by a forested greenway within a suburban area. Despite its bustling location there is beautiful scenery provided by the density of trees and the many coves and inlets that exist along the shore of this narrow body of water. Although no gasoline motors are permitted on the lake, there is a large unpaved parking lot and ramp that is suitable for trailered water vehicles. Fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and hunting are also popular activities in the area. A great population of pike and largemouth bass are found in these waters.

236

West Virginia, Grant County

00 :39 hrs
1.4 mi
2.7059631 ft
I

South Mill Creek Dam is located in Grant County. The 48 acre lake has a maximum depth of 35 feet with an average depth of 17 feet. The lake provides a 24 foot wide concrete boat ramp as well as picnic table facilities.

237

Maryland, Glen Burnie

06 :06 hrs
15.3 mi
16.1 ft
SK II

This is a wonderful trip from Curtis Cove up the Furnace Creek and back and is protected from the harsh weather and open water conditions on Chesapeake Bay. The area is unique with the sights found here. Despite being in the heart of the metropolitan area, you will have an up-close view of wildlife. In just inches of water, hundreds of carp swim below your boat, often hitting your boat and your paddle as they frantically try to get away. A great deal of history is also found here as you will paddle around several shipwrecks. You will find views that you never thought possible so close to the city as well as great places to explore and a sandy beach to take a break.

238

Maryland, Clinton

00 :25 hrs
0.9 mi
14.691555 ft
I

Clinton Regional Park Lake is a tiny, 11-acre pond that is hidden behind ball fields, tennis courts, a campground, miles of hiking trails, a nature center, and a mature deciduous forest. This lake is a pleasant surprise and is well protected from the surrounding residential areas. The scenery is gorgeous and much tranquility can be found on such small waters, isolated by the mature forest. A boathouse rents paddleboats in season.

239

Delaware, Kent County

01 :05 hrs
2.4 mi
0.99998975 ft
I

Garrisons Lake is an 86 acre lake located in Cheswold. It is a great fishing lake with good populations of largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, pumpkinseed, and catfish. Aquatic vegetation includes large expanses of spatterdock and some duckweed. The views and scenery are wonderful and consist of hardwood trees and some homes.

240

Delaware, New Castle County

00 :37 hrs
1.4 mi
1.3199844 ft
I

Becks Pond is located in Newark and has beautiful scenery consisting of a thick hardwood forest. Some residences are located on the pond’s south side but the trees block out most of their view and provide a peaceful sanctuary for paddlers. Wildlife is abundant and is often found as the quiet corners of the lake are explored.

241

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :21 hrs
3 mi
0.93528414 ft
I

Collins Pond is a small reservoir located just 5 miles from Bridgeville and is near Collins Mill Park. The pond is sometimes called Collins Mill Pond. The fishing is good and the paddling is quiet and secluded. The scenery consists of thick, pretty hardwood forest. Lots of aquatic vegetation is apparent both above and below the water’s surface.

242

Maryland, Mardela Springs

05 :03 hrs
6.3 mi
0.21221748 ft
SK I

This is a pleasant freshwater tidal paddle that winds in a sinuous corridor of low level aquatic growth backed by hardwood forests. Many of these trees have large growths of mistletoe among their branches. Access to high ground provides great places to stop for lunch. As the creek nears the Nanticoke River, the vast marshes appear and kingfishers and various herons are often spotted. To make a longer trip, explore the Nanticoke River and its many side streams.

243

Delaware, Kent County

01 :06 hrs
2.5 mi
1.8051621 ft
I

Coursey Pond is adjacent to Killen Pond State Park and offers great fishing and paddling in a quiet and scenic area. The scenery consists of a thick hardwood forest and marsh with great wildlife viewing opportunities. Large populations of a wide variety of fish are found in the pond.

244

Delaware, Kent County

00 :46 hrs
1.7 mi
1.4863701 ft
I

Masseys Mill Pond is a 30 acre pond in Cheswold. Fishing is good and the pond contains a variety of fish species, especially bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish, and golden shiners. Aquatic vegetation consists of spatterdock beds covering much of the upper part of the pond and some duckweed. The pond does not have a boat ramp but small boats can be launched from the side of the road on County Road 148. Agricultural fields dominate the area surrounding the pond and pretty hardwood trees are found around the shorelines.

245

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :37 hrs
3.6 mi
0.98492765 ft
I

Hearns Pond is a reservoir located in Seaford and contains good populations of a wide variety of fish. The scenery is beautiful and is mostly pretty forest with some homes interspersed. Duckweed is a common sight over much of the pond surface. There are many quiet areas on the lake to paddle and observe the natural beauty.

246

Delaware, Kent County

00 :43 hrs
1.6 mi
1.8884869 ft
I

Mudmill Pond covers a 60 acre area in a remote, wooded area in Marydel. It is mostly in Delaware with a very small portion of the northern end extending into Maryland. The pond was named for the muddy brown color of the water yet it still has a great fishing population. The shoreline vegetation consists of water willow, smartweed, and other emergent plants with a gorgeous forest dominating the scenery.

247

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :44 hrs
1.6 mi
0.88920164 ft
I

Swiggetts Pond is a reservoir located near Milford and adjacent to Cubbage Pond. It is a great fishing spot with lots of crappie and a variety of other fish. The south shore has some homes interspersed between the trees and the north shore has a thick line of trees that is backed by agricultural land. There is no launching area on this pond but you can park on Fleatown Road and carry your boat down to the water.

248

Delaware, New Castle County

00 :30 hrs
1.1 mi
27.22172 ft
I

Newark Reservoir is located just north of downtown Newark and was completed in 2006 with a charming paved walking trail around its perimeter. The 318-million gallon reservoir encompasses 40 acres and its water is pumped from the White Clay Creek. There is no boat ramp but small watercraft may be carried in at any convenient location.

249

Delaware, Kent County

00 :34 hrs
1.3 mi
0.77906704 ft
I

Derby Pond is a 23 acre lake that is located in Woodside. It is a great fishing pond and hosts good populations of largemouth bass and several other fish species. The aquatic vegetation consists of spatterdock with some floating mats of algae. Large numbers of Canada geese frequent the pond. The scenery is forested and some homes are found along the shorelines.

250

New Jersey, Salem County

04 :38 hrs
11.6 mi
0.79997814 ft
SK I

Stow Creek is a small tidal tributary of Delaware Bay that offers a rugged and remote setting for paddling. The small creek is surrounded by mostly open marshland and swampland terrain with little development. The creek is easily runnable when the tide is just right, but when the tide is too high it can be a little hard to identify the main channel of the creek. Also watch out for winds as the creek is very exposed and it can get rough. The take-out for this run is Cavier Tower located on the Delaware which can have rough waters so be cautious.

251

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :57 hrs
2.1 mi
0.6999979 ft
I

Diamond Pond is a small reservoir located in Milton. It is a great fishing pond and a great spot for a short paddle. The fish population includes pickerel, redear sunfish, largemouth bass, perch, bream, and bluegill. The scenery consists of thick, beautiful hardwood forest with only a few homes interspersed.

252

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :40 hrs
1.5 mi
0.8999913 ft
I

Cubbage Pond is a reservoir located near Milford and adjacent to Swiggetts Pond. It is a great fishing spot with lots of crappie and a variety of other fish. The shorelines are filled with beautiful trees and some homes. There is a launching area for small boats on the southeast corner of the lake on Cubbage Pond Road.

253

Delaware, Kent County

00 :38 hrs
1.4 mi
1.399354 ft
I

Blairs Pond is a reservoir located just three miles from Milford. It is great for fishing and fishermen will find a variety of fish including white perch, brown trout, pumpkinseed, perch, bream, bluegill, pickerel, largemouth bass, and crappie. The scenery is wooded and very pretty with vast agricultural fields behind the lines of trees.

254

Delaware, Kent County

00 :47 hrs
1.7 mi
2.8999991 ft
I

Griffith Lake is a small lake located just outside of Milford. It is great for fishing and you are likely to find large populations of a wide variety of fish. Pretty hardwood trees and vast agricultural fields provide the scenery while paddling on this lake.

255

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :35 hrs
1.3 mi
0.92537165 ft
I

Reynolds Pond is a reservoir located near Milton, in Sussex County. It is surrounded by agricultural land and some homes and the shoreline is filled with gorgeous hardwood trees. It is a small pond that is good for fishing or a quiet afternoon on the water.

256

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :25 hrs
0.9 mi
0.6380415 ft
I

Abbotts Pond is a 17 acre pond located in Williamsville and offers great paddling and fishing. This attractive little pond is next to the Abbotts Mill Nature Center. Fishing is good for largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, pumpkinseed, pickerel, and catfish. Aquatic vegetation is abundant and consists mostly of hydrilla. A parking lot with a picnic table is found next to the small boat ramp.

257

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :22 hrs
0.8 mi
1.6915619 ft
I

Logwood Pond is a small lake located just 2 miles from Millsboro, in Sussex County, near Ferry Landing. The lake connects to Indian River and Indian River Bay which can be accessed by small boat from the lake. Thick hardwood forests fill the shorelines surrounding the lake and provide great scenery.

258

West Virginia, Hardy County

00 :34 hrs
1.3 mi
0.9999695 ft
I

Warden Lake is located within the Warden Lake Wildlife Management Area in Hardy County. The 44 acre reservoir has a maximum depth of 21 feet with an average depth of 9 feet. The lake provides a gravel boat ramp and only allows electric motors. Water and toilets are available however camping is not allowed.

259

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :23 hrs
0.8 mi
1.302096 ft
I

Portsville Pond is a small, 15 acre lake located in Bethel. It has a good fishing population that includes largemouth bass, panfish, pumpkinseed, and pickerel. The water is very clear and pretty and provides a very pleasant paddling experience. The scenery is beautiful and the pond is very peaceful.

260

Maryland, Charles County

00 :54 hrs
2 mi
5.6998024 ft
I

Wheatley Lake is centrally located within Gilbert Run Park, a 180-acre multi-use area that is managed by the Charles County government. Most of the shoreline is accessible to fishermen and has both secluded areas away from most park activity, and open fields near the dam. From the water, the scenery is spectacular as heavily forested rolling hills dominate the surrounding area, particularly at the northern end of the lake where it is much more quiet and secluded. Opportunities for viewing wildlife are abundant.

261

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :32 hrs
1.2 mi
4.033176 ft
I

Goslee Mill Pond is a small reservoir located about 5 miles from Lewes, in Sussex County. The fishing is good and paddlers will find it quiet and peaceful. The scenery is mostly beautiful hardwood forest and there is one section of open agricultural land. Aquatic vegetation is abundant.

262

Maryland, Washington County

00 :26 hrs
1 mi
5.6896667 ft
I

Blairs Valley Lake is located in the Indian Springs Wildlife Management Area and is a popular spot for fishermen. Forest, consisting of oaks and other hardwoods, dominate the surrounding landscape with some very steep hills. Fairview Mountain provides a beautiful backdrop to Blairs Valley Lake and has some Civil War history as it was used as a military signal. The lake is shallow, with a maximum depth of 18 feet found near the dam and aquatic vegetation is abundant both on top of the water and below, providing cover for fish. Restrictions on the lake include all gas motors and only electric trolling motors are permitted.

263

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :09 hrs
2.6 mi
0.49091005 ft
I

Haven Lake is a small lake located just outside of Milford. It is great for fishing and you are likely to find large populations of a wide variety of fish. Pretty hardwood forest and vast agricultural fields provide the scenery while paddling on this lake. Some homes are also found around the shorelines

264

Delaware, Sussex County

00 :49 hrs
1.8 mi
1.9297915 ft
I

Tussock Pond is a tiny, 9 acre pond located near Portsville. Fishing is good for largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, and pumpkinseed. The aquatic vegetation is heavy and is mostly overtaken by hydrilla. The water level of the pond drops substantially during very dry summers and occasionally makes the boat ramp unusable. The scenery is attractive and this is a great spot for a nice afternoon paddling.

265

West Virginia, Hardy County

00 :35 hrs
1.3 mi
5.822937 ft
I

Kimsey Run is a small lake located in Lost River, in Hardy County. This 60 acre lake has a maximum depth of 26 feet and an average depth of 10 feet. This access point is located at the concrete boat ramp.

266

West Virginia, Mineral County

00 :11 hrs
0.4 mi
4.6969604 ft
I

Larenim Lake is located on Larenim Park in Mineral County. This area as two small impoundments equalling a total of 7.4 acres. This lake provides warmwater fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish.

267

Delaware, Kent County

01 :11 hrs
2.6 mi
3.6432981 ft
I

McColleys Pond is a 49-acre pond located in Frederica. There is a great fishing in the pond for a variety of species including largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, and many more. The majority of the shoreline around the pond has not been developed and remains wooded. There is an abundance of aquatic vegetation with a combination of spatterdock, floating algae, and duckweed on the surface of the water. The boat ramp is located at a private campground located off of County Road 398.

268

Delaware, Sussex County

01 :05 hrs
2.4 mi
2.2999456 ft
I

Bretts Pond is surrounded by the Town of Millsboro and there is a rich history in the area of the Nanticoke Indians who were the original settlers here. The pond is shallow and best explored by a small boat. Electric motors are permitted but size is restricted by the shallow water. The fishing population is good and includes largemouth bass, black crappie, pumpkinseed, white perch, yellow perch, and pickerel. The lake is largely surrounded by this forest and part of the shore allows viewing of the Town of Millsboro.

269

West Virginia, Pendleton County

00 :30 hrs
1.1 mi
7.432678 ft
I

Brushy Fork Lake is located outside Sugar Grove in south eastern Pendleton County. The lake was built in 1982 with the avergae depth of 8 feet and maximum depth is 20 feet. The ramp is located just south of of the parking lot. No facilities are provided and camping is prohibited.

270

Maryland, Bowie

00 :23 hrs
0.9 mi
2.6178246 ft
I

Allen Pond, located in Allen Pond Park, is a small 10-acre pond that offers boat rentals and stocked fishing. The pond is surrounded by some forests, ball fields, and many other recreational activity sites. It is located in a bustling suburban area and there is no boat ramp. Access for launching canoes or other small car top boats is permitted. Aside from viewing and exploring nature from the water, there is a short nature trail that circles the pond.

271

Maryland, Caroline County

01 :03 hrs
2.3 mi
0.998086 ft
I

Located in Caroline County, Smithville Lake was formed when a dam was constructed across the Marshyhope Creek. It is small and shallow with the surface area measuring 43 acres and its depth at 8 feet. Boating and fishing are allowed on the lake but swimming is not. Along the eastern shore is the Smithville Lake Community Park where other types of activities are available. Bluegill, bass, crappie, and catfish are some of the freshwater fish commonly found here. The lake is settled in a very rural area with tree-lined farm fields and small wooded areas along the shore. Aquatic vegetation dominates most of the lake of both emergent and submerged types.