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Access Site MD

Public Landing

Chincoteague Bay

Source: maryland_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Snow Hill, MD
County: Worcester County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.15112354, -75.28609975
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About This Access Site
Public Landing provides convenient access to Chincoteague Bay via boat ramp, located on Public Landing Road in Snow Hill, Worcester County. The facility includes a boat ramp and restroom facilities, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters launching into the bay. The site is easily accessible and well-positioned for exploring the shallow, brackish waters of Chincoteague Bay.

Chincoteague Bay offers calm, sheltered paddling conditions ideal for kayakers and canoeists of varying skill levels. The bay's protected waters make it excellent for wildlife viewing and fishing. Nearby, Assateague Island National Seashore is accessible by water and offers scenic paddling opportunities with chances to observe wild ponies and diverse coastal ecosystems. Several campgrounds operate within 10 miles, including Back Country Camping on Tingles Island, making this a good base for multi-day paddling trips in the area.

**Note:** Water quality advisories may apply—check current conditions before visiting, particularly regarding any posted swimming restrictions after rainfall events.
Nearby Campgrounds (9 within 10 miles)
Back Country Camping - Tingles Island
On-site
Maryland District Ranger Contact Station & Campground Office
On-site
Horse camping
On-site
Back Country Camping - State Line
On-site
Back Country Camping - Pine Tree
On-site
Back Country Camping - Green Run
On-site
Back Country Camping - Pope Bay
On-site
ASSATEAGUE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Back Country Camping - Little Levels
On-site
Nearby Recreation Areas
Assateague Island National Seashore Located within