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Forest Landing offers public boat ramp access to Forest Landing Cove in Hollywood, St. Mary's County. The facility features a single launching lane, courtesy dock, and portable toilets, making it a basic but functional access point for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats. Parking is limited at this location, so arriving early during peak times is recommended. The ramp is open sunrise to sunset.
Located at 44600 Forrest Landing Road, Forest Landing provides access to the quieter waters of Forest Landing Cove, a protected waterway ideal for paddlers seeking calmer conditions. The proximity to the Chesapeake Bay and Patuxent River system means experienced paddlers can extend trips into larger waters, though conditions may vary seasonally.
The area offers convenient camping options nearby, with Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds and Pax River Hog Point Campgrounds both within 10 miles and offering reservations. For more information or to confirm current conditions, contact 301-863-8400.