Smithville Rd, Taylors Island, MD 21669, USA
Smithville Bridge Boat Ramp is a public launch site located on Smithville Rd in Taylors Island, MD, serving boaters heading into the Chesapeake Bay's western shore waters.
No posted hours were found for this ramp, and there's no indication of permit or fee requirements, so boaters should plan to check locally or arrive during daylight hours to be safe.
The ramp includes a wheelchair-accessible parking lot, making it usable for boaters with mobility needs. It sits at approximately 38.4294° N, -76.2376° W. No additional facility details such as docks, restrooms, or fish-cleaning stations are listed for this location.
Taylors Island sits along the Little Choptank River and Chesapeake Bay, an area known for its marshland scenery, crabbing, and access to prime striped bass and rockfish waters. The ramp offers a quieter, less crowded alternative to busier launch points along the Eastern Shore, with easy reach to open bay waters for both fishing trips and longer cruises.
Best suited for: Local anglers and small boat owners looking for a low-key, no-frills launch point near Taylors Island's rural waterways.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsSmithville Bridge Boat Ramp offers easy water access and is a quiet location popular for crabbing and kayaking, with convenient parking directly at the ramp. Parking is limited and can become congested, and the lot is prone to flooding at high tide. The ramp provides scenic views and good wildlife viewing opportunities, though some visitors find it less special than expected.
Based on 10 Google reviews
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