Martinak State Park Boat Ramp gives you public access to the water on Watts Creek in Denton, MD. A fee is charged, so bring cash or a card for the pay station. $5 In-state charge, $7 Out-of-state charge. Baltimore is the nearest big city, about 51 miles away. If it's full, Two Johns Landing in Denton is 2.7 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Denton, MD |
| Water | Watts Creek |
| Park | Martinak State Park |
| Surface | concrete |
| Launch fee | yes, a fee is charged |
Before driving to Martinak State Park Boat Ramp, check closures with Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Martinak State Park Boat Ramp is in Denton, Maryland. Open the map link to see where Martinak State Park Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
Watts Creek, in Denton.
There is a fee. We don't list amounts because they change often. Check the pay station or the managing agency for current rates.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Martinak State Park Boat Ramp clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Tuckahoe Boat Ramp in Ridgely, about 9.4 miles away.
Two Johns Landing in Denton (2.7 miles), New Bridge Landing in Denton (4.4 miles) and Reese Landing in Denton (4.9 miles).
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