Maple Dam Rd, Crapo, MD 21626, USA
Shorter's Wharf Public Boat Ramp is a publicly accessible boat launch located on Maple Dam Road in Crapo, Maryland, along the lower Dorchester County shoreline of the Chesapeake Bay region.
Specific hours of operation are not currently listed for this facility. Visitors should contact local Dorchester County authorities to confirm access hours and any applicable permit or fee requirements before launching.
The ramp features a wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it a viable option for boaters with mobility considerations. The GPS coordinates for this location are 38.3815° N, 76.0675° W. Parking is available on site, though the number of spaces and additional amenities have not been formally documented.
Crapo sits along the Honga River, which connects to the broader Chesapeake Bay. The surrounding waters offer access to productive fishing grounds and tidal marshes characteristic of the lower Eastern Shore, including areas frequented by anglers targeting striped bass, blue crab, and perch.
Best suited for: Recreational anglers, crabbers, and small to mid-size powerboat operators looking for a quiet, rural launch point with accessible parking along the Honga River corridor.
What visitors say
Mostly positiveShorter's Wharf is a scenic public boat ramp popular for fishing and crabbing, with clean facilities including a porta potty. The location offers beautiful natural surroundings and is worth the drive for water access activities. It also provides good stargazing opportunities in early spring.
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