W Harbor Rd, St Michaels, MD 21663, USA
St. Michaels Public Boat Ramp is located on W Harbor Rd in St. Michaels, Maryland, providing access to the Miles River in the heart of the Chesapeake Bay's Eastern Shore.
No posted hours are available for this ramp, so visitors should plan around daylight and check locally for any seasonal restrictions. There's no listed permit or fee information either, so calling ahead through the Maryland boating line at (800) 955-9001 is a good idea if you need confirmation.
The ramp includes a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it a workable option for boaters with mobility needs. It sits at approximately 38.7845737° N, -76.2193906° W, just off the main harbor area of downtown St. Michaels.
The ramp puts boaters directly into the Miles River, with easy access out to the Chesapeake Bay. St. Michaels itself is a popular waterfront town known for the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, harborside dining, and a walkable historic district, making this a convenient launch point for a day that combines boating with sightseeing.
Best suited for: Recreational boaters and day-trippers who want quick water access near downtown St. Michaels, including those needing accessible parking and entrance facilities.
What visitors say
Mixed reviewsSt. Michaels Public Boat Ramp features short ramps that work well for small trailers but offer limited space, with the short length making it easy to overshoot into the water. The facility lacks dedicated parking and restroom facilities. The ramp can experience congestion during peak times.
Based on 7 Google reviews
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