Cliffs City Rd, Chestertown, MD 21620, USA
Cliff City Boat Ramp is a public launch site located on Cliffs City Rd in Chestertown, Maryland, providing access to the Chester River in Kent County.
The ramp is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. No specific permit or fee information is posted for this location, so boaters should check with Kent County or Maryland DNR if they have questions before launching.
The site offers a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it a workable option for boaters with mobility needs. GPS coordinates are 39.1070312°, -76.1422826°.
The ramp sits on the Chester River, a tidal tributary of the Chesapeake Bay known for striped bass, white perch, and catfish fishing, along with calm waters suited to cruising and paddling. Chestertown, a historic waterfront town with shops and restaurants, is a short drive away, and the surrounding rural shoreline offers a quiet, scenic launch point away from heavier boat traffic.
Best suited for: Local anglers, small boat and kayak owners, and anyone needing accessible parking who wants a low-key, no-frills launch point on the Chester River at any hour.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveCliff City Boat Ramp features a great dock and plenty of parking in a quiet, scenic location with beautiful river views. The ramp works well for small boats, but water depth can be shallow, particularly on return trips and for larger vessels—launching is easier than loading up. The remote location away from town makes it ideal for fishing and peaceful recreation.
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