Plan Your Next Blueway Trip!
Nowhere else in the Chesapeake Bay can you find such a diverse range of awe-inspiring paddling experiences within a 3-mile radius. We'll be your guide on how to get down to the water on the Baltimore Blueway!
[01] Pick Your Launch Site
You’ll want to pick the right spot for your equipment and experience level, especially if you need to rent a kayak.
Your equipment, experience levels, and
Bringing your own kayak? Make sure you choose an access point with parking nearby, soft shore launching, and/or a floating dock!
Don't have a kayak? There are rentals available on-site at the Fells Point Kayak Launch, Inner Harbor Kayak Launch, and Rye Street Park.
[02] Pick Your Trail
Browse the Blueway's eight curated water trails that highlight iconic Baltimore sights, thriving ecosystems, and historic landmarks. Browse our trail pages or search our directory of landmarks to help plan your perfect paddle experience!
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For The Newbie:
Middle Branch Water Trail
For The Sightseer:
Inner Harbor Heritage Water Trail
For Nature Lovers:
Patapsco River Water Trail
Discover which water trail is perfect for you next adventure!
Grab your gear and make some wake! Don't forget that the best trips are the ones you return from, make sure you wear an approved Personal Floatation Device and review our Blueway Safety Tips!
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[03] Enjoy Your Trek
Don't Get Lost! Bring a printout of your trail or use AllTrails+ to download maps to your phone for offline use. This allows you to view detailed map information and navigate using your phone's built-in GPS while you're out on the trail - even when you are out of cellular data range.
Is the Harbor Clean Enough To Go Kayaking?
Short Answer: Yes, Most of the time!
Long Answer: Thanks to over a decade of cleanup efforts, we have reached a point where we can now manage the Harbor as a recreational resource for the City. As with any public waterway, users should avoid contact with the water for at least 48 hours after a heavy rainfall. This is because rain carries pollutants off the land and into the water where they take time to dissipate.
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[04] Share With The City
Paddling is best when shared with others! Share photos from your trip and tag @BaltimoreBlueway using #BmorePaddleMore!
Be part of Blueway History, come to Blueway hosted events, join us and 300+ kayakers for Floatilla, and help us raise funds to build more launches, signage, and paddle amenities!
After washing off your gear and brushing off the sand, start planning your next trip! The Baltimore Blueway encompasses eight trails covering +20 miles of Baltimore's urban shoreline, passing by hundreds of iconic buildings, historic landmarks, lush ecosystems, and unique waterfront locations!
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[05] Rinse & Repeat
