Pasadena, MD 21122, USA
Fort Smallwood Boat Ramp is located within Fort Smallwood Park in Pasadena, Maryland 21122, operated by Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks.
Specific hours of operation are not currently listed for this facility. Boaters are encouraged to contact the park directly at (410) 222-7317 or visit the official park page at aacounty.org for current hours, permit requirements, and any applicable launch fees. Paid parking is required on site.
The ramp features a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it one of the more accessible launch points in the Anne Arundel County park system. The facility is located at GPS coordinates 39.1627° N, 76.4852° W.
Fort Smallwood Park sits at the confluence of the Patapsco River and the Chesapeake Bay, offering boaters direct access to open bay waters, the Baltimore Harbor shipping channel, and productive fishing grounds known for striped bass, bluefish, and white perch. The park itself includes shoreline views of the Bay Bridge approaches and the Hart-Miller Island area.
Best suited for: Recreational boaters, anglers, and kayakers seeking direct Chesapeake Bay and lower Patapsco River access, including those requiring accessible launch facilities.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsFort Smallwood features a double boat ramp with long docks capable of accommodating vessels from small watercraft to large cruisers, along with ample parking for boats and trailers. The facility is well-maintained and clean, with helpful park rangers managing efficient traffic flow, though it can get busy. A $10 launch fee applies in addition to the $30 annual park pass, which some visitors find burdensome for frequent use.
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