100 Piney Narrows Rd, Chester, MD 21619, USA
Kent Narrows Public Boat Ramp is located at 100 Piney Narrows Rd in Chester, Maryland, right on the Kent Narrows waterway of the Chesapeake Bay.
No posted hours are available for this ramp, so boaters should plan visits during daylight hours and check locally for any permit or launch fee requirements before arriving.
The facility includes a wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it usable for boaters with mobility needs. Dogs are permitted on site. GPS coordinates are 38.971685° N, -76.2492887° W.
Kent Narrows is a well-known boating and dining hub on Maryland's Eastern Shore, with easy access to the Chester River and the greater Chesapeake Bay. Nearby marinas, seafood restaurants, and waterfront shops make it a popular stop for boaters combining a launch with a day on the water. The narrows offer protected water good for smaller craft as well as direct access to open bay cruising.
Best suited for: Local boaters, families, and anglers looking for an accessible, easy-to-reach launch point with nearby dining and bay access.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsKent Narrows Public Boat Ramp offers ample parking and features a small pier adjacent to the ramp, making it a convenient fishing location with good catch potential. The ramp is suitable for launching, though tidal conditions can be low so care is needed with fishing lines. Recent concerns about trailer security have been raised by at least one visitor.
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