Kayaking Trips

Explore the waterways and beaches of Anne Arundel County by kayak, under the direction of certified instructors. Enjoy a guided paddle and learn about our ecosystem and local history.

Kayaks, paddles and safety gear will be provided. Participants are urged to bring their own lunch, snacks, and plenty of water, and recommended to pack a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and dry clothes.

Beginner Trips: Trips which are more easily navigable and in calmer waters. These trips are an introduction to kayaking and basic on-the-water skills. Open to all, including more advanced paddlers. These trips last between 4-5 hours.

Intermediate Trips: 
Trips which are usually longer and located in areas that may require more familiarity with paddling. Intermediate trips are recommended for paddlers with some prior experience on the water. These trips last between 5-6 hours.


  • Arrival Time: 8:30AM for all trips 
  • Ages: 13 and up 
  • Price: $20.00/participant 
  • Max Participants: 10 Contact: 
  • Park Ranger Jess Hardy, 410-222-3407, rphard48@aacounty.org

Please use a valid email for registration as all further communication about the trips will be done through the email address given upon registration.


Day/DateLocationExperience Level Active Net #
Sunday, 6/2/24     Solley Cove ParkBeginner37233
Wednesday, 6/12/24Mayo Beach Park Intermediate 37234
Saturday, 6/22/24 Downs Park   Beginner37235
Wednesday, 7/10/24 Beverly Triton Nature Park Intermediate 37236
 Saturday, 7/13/24Wootons Landing  Beginner 37237 
Sunday, 7/21/24Solley Cove Park Beginner 37238
Wednesday, 7/24/24Mayo Beach ParkIntermediate37239
Saturday, 8/3/24Downs ParkBeginner 37240
Wednesday, 8/21/24Beverly Triton Nature ParkIntermediate 37241 
Sunday, 8/25/24 Wootons LandingBeginner 37242

View the program guide or the online registration system for program descriptions, times and fees.

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