26280 Alfred J Lawson Dr, Crisfield, MD 21817, USA
Janes Island State Park boat ramp is located at 26280 Alfred J Lawson Dr in Crisfield, Maryland, on the lower Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay region.
The ramp is open seven days a week from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Standard Maryland state park fees may apply for day-use access. Contact the park directly at (410) 968-1565 or visit the Maryland DNR website for current fee information.
The facility offers a wheelchair accessible entrance, accessible parking lot, and accessible restrooms. Free parking is available on-site. GPS coordinates are 38.0108° N, -75.8479° W. The ramp is family-friendly, allows leashed dogs, and is well-suited for visitors with mobility needs.
Janes Island State Park surrounds a largely undeveloped island accessible primarily by water, offering boaters access to miles of tidal marshland, paddling trails, and open Chesapeake Bay waters. The nearby city of Crisfield is known as the crabbing capital of the Chesapeake, and the surrounding waters provide excellent fishing, crabbing, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Best suited for: Kayakers, canoeists, anglers, and recreational boaters seeking access to Chesapeake Bay tidal marshes, as well as families and visitors with accessibility requirements.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveJane's Island State Park offers excellent water access for kayaking and canoeing with well-maintained facilities including clean bathrooms with hot showers and accessible amenities. The park features beautiful walking paths, a lookout tower, and scenic marsh views of the Chesapeake Bay, with a camp store offering firewood and kayak rentals. Visitors should be prepared for mosquitoes, ticks, and poison ivy, particularly during warmer months, and note that some campsites are located close to the parking lot and busy areas.
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