Located on Stony Creek in Pasadena, 10.3 miles from Baltimore. Rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
The 7 Best Boat Ramps Near Baltimore, MD (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Baltimore by real boater reviews. The top pick: Elizabeth Landing Community Boat Ramp in Pasadena, rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews (10.3 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 5 waterbodies.
Located on Middle River in Middle River, 10.3 miles from Baltimore. Rated 4.9/5 from 9 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Bullneck Creek in Dundalk, 6.2 miles from Baltimore. Rated 4.8/5 from 6 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Middle River in Middle River, 10.2 miles from Baltimore. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 600 Google reviews. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Baltimore Highlands, 3.9 miles from Baltimore. Rated 4.3/5 from 72 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Bear Creek in North Point Village, 6.8 miles from Baltimore. Rated 4.3/5 from 47 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Baltimore, 2.4 miles from Baltimore. Rated 4.2/5 from 33 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Launching Around Baltimore? Watch the Tide
7 of the top 10 ramps near Baltimore are tidal. At low water, short or shallow ramps can leave your trailer wheels-deep with the prop in the mud. Every tidal ramp page on BoatLaunchMap shows live NOAA tide readings — check before you tow.
Baltimore Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Baltimore?▾
Elizabeth Landing Community Boat Ramp in Pasadena is the highest-rated boat ramp near Baltimore, with a 5.0/5 Google rating from 2 reviews, 10.3 miles from the city center on Stony Creek.
How many boat ramps are near Baltimore?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Baltimore, Maryland. 5 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Baltimore?▾
Top-rated launches near Baltimore put you on Stony Creek, Middle River, Bullneck Creek, Chesapeake Bay, Bear Creek.
Do I need to worry about tides at Baltimore boat ramps?▾
Yes — 7 of the top 10 ramps near Baltimore are tidal. At low tide, shallow ramps can leave trailers short of the water. Each BoatLaunchMap ramp page shows live tide data for tidal locations, so check conditions before you tow.