Located on Cypress Creek in Severna Park, 6.6 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.7/5 from 95 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Annapolis, MD (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Annapolis by real boater reviews. The top pick: Magothy Marina in Severna Park, rated 4.7/5 from 95 Google reviews (6.6 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 8 waterbodies.
Located on Old Place Creek in Crownsville, 6.3 miles from Annapolis. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 116 Google reviews. Private facility — fees or membership may apply. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Stevensville, 9.0 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.6/5 from 31 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, 1.0 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.6/5 from 21 Google reviews. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Mezick Ponds in Annapolis, 5.5 miles from Annapolis. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.4/5 across 10,512 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, 0.8 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.4/5 from 77 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Chesapeake Bay in Galesville, 9.7 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.4/5 from 19 Google reviews. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Cox Creek in Chester, 9.7 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.3/5 from 19 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Cypress Creek in Severna Park, 7.4 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.3/5 from 17 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Located on Weems Creek in Annapolis, 1.2 miles from Annapolis. Rated 4.2/5 from 27 Google reviews. Public access. Tidal location: check the tide tables before launching at low water.
Launching Around Annapolis? Watch the Tide
10 of the top 10 ramps near Annapolis 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.
Complete Rankings: Top 12 Near Annapolis
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Magothy Marina | Severna Park | 4.7/5 | 95 | 6.6 mi |
| 2 | Smith's Marina on the Severn River | Crownsville | 4.6/5 | 116 | 6.3 mi |
| 3 | Shipping Creek Landing | Stevensville | 4.6/5 | 31 | 9.0 mi |
| 4 | Muller Marine | Annapolis | 4.6/5 | 21 | 1.0 mi |
| 5 | Sandy Point State Park | Annapolis | 4.4/5 | 10512 | 5.5 mi |
| 6 | Truxtun Park Boat Ramp | Annapolis | 4.4/5 | 77 | 0.8 mi |
| 7 | Galesville Wharf | Galesville | 4.4/5 | 19 | 9.7 mi |
| 8 | Thompson Creek Landing | Chester | 4.3/5 | 19 | 9.7 mi |
| 9 | Oakleigh Forest Pool | Severna Park | 4.3/5 | 17 | 7.4 mi |
| 10 | Tucker Street Boat Ramp | Annapolis | 4.2/5 | 27 | 1.2 mi |
| 11 | Carrs Wharf | Edgewater | 3.7/5 | 61 | 6.4 mi |
| 12 | Long Point Boat Ramp | Pasadena | 3.7/5 | 3 | 8.6 mi |
Annapolis Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Annapolis?▾
Magothy Marina in Severna Park is the highest-rated boat ramp near Annapolis, with a 4.7/5 Google rating from 95 reviews, 6.6 miles from the city center on Cypress Creek.
How many boat ramps are near Annapolis?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Annapolis, Maryland. 7 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Annapolis?▾
Top-rated launches near Annapolis put you on Cypress Creek, Old Place Creek, Chesapeake Bay, Mezick Ponds, Cox Creek and 3 more waterbodies.
Do I need to worry about tides at Annapolis boat ramps?▾
Yes — 10 of the top 10 ramps near Annapolis 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.