Patuxent Water Trail 23 is a public boat ramp on Patuxent River in Golden Beach, MD. Paddlers use it as well. It's about 26 miles from Alexandria, VA, as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Kings Landing Park Boat Ramp in Huntingtown Town Center (6.1 miles).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Golden Beach, MD |
| Water | Patuxent River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Before driving to Patuxent Water Trail 23, check closures with Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Compare all 5 launches on Patuxent River. Boat ramps on Patuxent River
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration Paddlers
Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklistBe the first to rate this launch and help other boaters plan their trip.
Patuxent Water Trail 23 is in Golden Beach, Maryland. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Patuxent Water Trail 23.
Patuxent Water Trail 23 is on Patuxent River.
We don't have fee information for Patuxent Water Trail 23, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
It's marked as kayak-friendly. Load at the side and leave the lane free.
Kings Landing Park Boat Ramp in Huntingtown Town Center (6.1 miles), Gilbert Run Park Boat Ramp in Charlotte Hall (9.4 miles) and Nan's Cove in Long Beach (11 miles).
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