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**Location & Access**
Byrd Park East is located in Snow Hill, Worcester County, Maryland, accessible via West Market Street. The site provides a convenient launch point onto the Pocomoke River, with Goat Island directly north of the ramp. The facility features paved parking and a developed boat ramp suitable for trailered vessels, kayaks, and canoes.
**Paddling Opportunities**
From Byrd Park East, paddlers can explore the upper Pocomoke River, which extends approximately 4 miles upstream to Porter Crossing Road. The town of Snow Hill is just about a half-mile upriver and home to the Pocomoke River Canoe Company, making it a convenient landmark and resupply point. For more developed amenities, Shad Landing (Pocomoke River State Park) is also accessible along the river and offers additional facilities including courtesy docks and restrooms.
**Recreation Nearby**
The area is situated within striking distance of Assateague Island National Seashore, offering paddlers the option to combine river paddling with coastal exploration in the region.