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Access Site MD

Nanticoke Harbor

Nanticoke River

Source: maryland_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Nanticoke, MD
County: Wicomico County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.26997271, -75.90961425
20411 Harbor Rd, Nanticoke, MD 21840, USA
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Nanticoke River near Bridgeville, DE Same River 36.8 mi away
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About This Access Site
**Location & Facilities**
Nanticoke Harbor is located in Nanticoke, Wicomico County, approximately 20 miles from Salisbury via Nanticoke Road. This 6.5-acre facility offers excellent access for kayakers, canoeists, and powerboats with two concrete boat ramps, a soft sandy landing area suitable for hand-launched kayaks and canoes, courtesy docks, and parking for approximately 50 boat trailers. On-site amenities include restrooms and a small waterside pavilion.

**Water Conditions & Paddling**
The Nanticoke River at this location features a large, open channel with strong current. The river accommodates everything from small paddling craft to medium-sized powerboats, making it a busy mixed-use waterway. Paddlers should be prepared for the strong current and moderate boat traffic in this section. The harbor serves as an active hub for both commercial and recreational boaters with 68 boat slips available.

**Nearby Resources**
Adjacent Riverview Park offers picnic areas and a picnic pavilion, providing additional amenities for visitors planning an extended outing at the access site.