Patuxent River Park offers seven access points along the river for canoe and kayaking launching. Access and launch type varies. View the Patuxent Water Trail map for details and see site descriptions below:
Cedar Haven Fishing Area
18400 Phyllis Wheatley Boulevard, Eagle Harbor, MD 20608
This site has a soft boat launch and designated parking area. Visitors are encouraged to check river conditions and plan ahead. Access to the launch is available during normal park hours, 8:00 am – one half hour before sunset.
Clyde Watson Boating Area
17901 Magruder’s Ferry Road, Brandywine, MD 20613
This site has a soft boat launch and designated parking area. Visitors are encouraged to check river conditions and plan ahead. Access to the launch is available during normal park hours, 7:00 am – close (seasonal).
Governor Bridge Natural Area and Canoe Launch
7600 Governor Bridge Road, Bowie, MD 20716
This site has a soft launch and designated parking area. The river is susceptible to seasonal flooding. Visitors are encouraged to check river conditions and plan ahead. Access to the launch is restricted by gate. Call the park at 301-627-6074 to obtain a free soft launch permit and gate combination.
Jackson’s Landing at Jug Bay Natural Area
16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
This site has a floating launch pad and designated parking area. Visitors are encouraged to check river conditions and plan ahead. Access to the launch is available during normal park hours, 8:00 am – close (seasonal).
Patuxent Riverkeeper Center in Nottingham
17412 Nottingham Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
This site is leased by the Patuxent River Keeper and has a floating launch pad and designated parking area. Visitors are encouraged to check river conditions and plan ahead. Access to the launch is available during normal park hours, 8:00 am – one half hour before sunset. There is a launch fee. Call 301-276-7913 for details.
Queen Anne Natural Area and Canoe Launch
18405 Queen Anne Road, Upper Marlboro, MD. 20774
This site has a floating launch pad and designated parking area. The river is susceptible to seasonal flooding. Visitors are encouraged to check river conditions and plan ahead. Access to the launch is restricted by gate. Call the park at 301-627-6074 to obtain a free soft launch permit and gate combination.
Selby’s Landing at Jug Bay Natural Area
16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
This site has a soft boat launch and designated parking area. Visitors are encouraged to check river conditions and plan ahead. Access to the launch is available during normal park hours, 8:00 am – one half hour before sunset.