Harbor Cove Marina

Harbor Cove Marina is a full-service facility located on Rockhold Creek in Shady Side, Anne Arundel County, offering convenient access to Rockhold Creek and Herring Bay. The marina features a boat ramp, fuel dock, and pump-out station, making it well-suited for motorboats and larger vessels. The facility can accommodate boats up to 45 feet in length, and also offers a boat lift service for smaller watercraft up to 24 feet. Situated just 20 minutes from the Beltway, this is the closest full-service marina to the Washington Metro Area.

Paddlers launching kayaks or canoes will find easy access to Rockhold Creek and connections to the broader Chesapeake Bay system. The creek provides a sheltered paddling environment before opening into Herring Bay, offering access to excellent fishing grounds and scenic waterfront areas. The marina's picnic areas and nearby Chesapeake Bay Maryland National Estuarine Research Reserve provide additional recreational opportunities. This location is ideal for paddlers seeking a protected launch point with nearby amenities and good access to Bay exploration.