14314 Shallcross Wharf Rd, Kennedyville, MD 21645, USA
Shallcross Wharf Boat Ramp is a public launch site located at 14314 Shallcross Wharf Rd in Kennedyville, Maryland, within Kent County.
No specific operating hours are posted for this ramp, so boaters should plan visits during daylight hours and check with Kent County Recreation at (410) 778-7439 for current permit or fee requirements before launching.
The site offers a wheelchair accessible parking lot for visitors with mobility needs. Beyond that, facility amenities aren't extensively documented, so those needing restrooms or fuel should plan accordingly. The ramp sits at 39.3650021°, -75.9390542°, providing direct access to nearby tidal waters.
Kennedyville sits along Maryland's Eastern Shore, close to the Chester River system, which feeds into the greater Chesapeake Bay. Boaters launching here can reach quiet creeks and rural shoreline typical of Kent County, popular for fishing and crabbing rather than heavy boat traffic.
Best suited for: Local anglers, crabbers, and small boat owners looking for a low-traffic, no-frills launch point away from crowded marinas.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsShallcross Wharf Boat Ramp is a small local launching area with a friendly community atmosphere and clean surroundings. However, the facility appears to have significant infrastructure limitations, with one visitor noting the ramp consists of a dead-end road leading to grass and rocks rather than a proper boat launch structure.
Based on 5 Google reviews
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