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Maryland | Queen Anne’s County / Upper Eastern Shore Maryland

Corsica River Water TrailsCentreville Wharf to Millstream Park on Mill Stream

The official Mill Stream Trail follows a sheltered, shallow reach from Centreville Wharf through wetlands and under Route 304 to Millstream Park, with a documented non-motorized water access at the southern end.

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DistanceApproximately 1.25 miles one way from Centreville Wharf to Millstream Park (2.5 miles round trip)
DifficultyEasy
Typical time1–2 hours one way or 2–3 hours round trip depending on tide
ShuttleCar shuttle
The Corsica River at Centreville, Maryland.
Route photoCorsica River at Centreville; same-river contextPhoto by Acroterion via Wikimedia Commons

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Trip details

Access rules, camping, seasonal conditions and trip length.

Distance, difficulty, rules and camping
On-water distanceApproximately 1.25 miles one way from Centreville Wharf to Millstream Park (2.5 miles round trip)Centreville Wharf to Millstream Park on Mill Stream
DifficultyeasyThe source describes recreational moving water, but shallow rock, current, cold water, debris, and bridge or access hazards remain material.
ShuttleCar shuttleA vehicle shuttle is optional for the short one-way route but not required for the documented 2.5-mile round trip. If taking out at Millstream Park, stage a vehicle legally and confirm both public sites and the carry before launch.
PermitsCheck posted rulesFollow current Town of Centreville and Queen Anne’s County landing hours, parking and launch permits, park access rules, Maryland boating/PFD requirements, tide and weather advisories, and posted closures. No route-specific camping permit is claimed.
CampingDay tripNo on-route camping is identified. Use Centreville lodging or a separately confirmed public campground; the wharf and Millstream Park are day-use access points.
SeasonMar-NovSpring through fall is the practical planning season, but Maryland water levels, recent rain, temperature, debris, and daylight control every launch decision.

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Route logistics

Access and shuttle

The official Mill Stream Trail follows a sheltered, shallow reach from Centreville Wharf through wetlands and under Route 304 to Millstream Park, with a documented non-motorized water access at the southern end.

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Put-in

Centreville Wharf soft launch
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Centreville Wharf is the DNR-documented start; Centreville Landing is an adjacent county ramp with permit rules, not a substitute for the Wharf soft launch without confirming current operations.

Finish

Take-out

Millstream Park kayak/canoe access
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Millstream Park permits non-motorized launch/retrieval but may require a shoreline carry; confirm the waterline and park hours.

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Access notes and hazards

Access caveats

  • Centreville Wharf is the DNR-documented start; Centreville Landing is an adjacent county ramp with permit rules, not a substitute for the Wharf soft launch without confirming current operations.
  • Millstream Park permits non-motorized launch/retrieval but may require a shoreline carry; confirm the waterline and park hours.
  • Route 304 bridge clearance and shallow Mill Stream can vary with tide, debris, and recent weather.

Watch for

  • USGS 01491000 Choptank River watershed-context proxy and trend
  • tide, wind, current, mud flats, shallow channel, bridge clearance, fishing lines, strainers, debris, thunderstorms, and cold water
  • Centreville Wharf parking/launch permit, Millstream Park dawn-to-dusk access, 160-foot carry at the park, private-bank boundaries, and daylight for the return
  • Millstream Park hard/soft access, Route 304 bridge, sheltered wetland turns, and a planned turnaround if the southern take-out is unusable

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The Corsica River at Centreville, Maryland.
Corsica River at Centreville; same-river contextPhoto by Acroterion via Wikimedia Commons
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NotesWhat to know before you go

These notes cover the access details, route quirks, and source caveats most likely to matter once you get there.

  • Named moving-water corridorMaryland DNR Mill Stream Trail, approximately 1.25 miles one way / 2.5 miles round trip

    The official DNR map names the route, endpoints, difficulty, distance, sheltered character, Route 304 crossing, and Millstream Park access.

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  • Authoritative public accessTown of Centreville Wharf soft launch to Town-operated Millstream Park non-motorized access

    The DNR map and Town page identify the public water entries; the NPS describes the Millstream Park carry.

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  • Proxy flow and tidal evidenceUSGS 01491000 Choptank River near Greensboro watershed-context proxy

    This station is not on Corsica and no route-local numeric cutoff is claimed. Use current tide, wind, observed depth, and bridge/channel conditions.

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  • Camping postureNearby basecamp only

    The official trail material identifies day-use park and wharf facilities, not on-route camping.

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  • Live gaugeUSGS 01491000, Choptank River near Greensboro, MD

    This is a clearly labeled proxy or route-context station; local water, tributaries, releases, and weather can differ materially.

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  • Approved route imageryRights-cleared public-agency or public-domain corridor image

    Rights-cleared Maryland public-river image used as regional moving-water context; it does not certify Corsica tide, wind, depth, access, or route hazards.

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Corsica River Water Trails paddling FAQ

What water level is best for the Centreville Wharf to Millstream Park on Mill Stream route on the Corsica River Water Trails?

This planning route has no live Paddle Today score. Review the linked water-level sources, current access notices and route-specific hazards before travel.

Where does the Centreville Wharf to Millstream Park on Mill Stream route on the Corsica River Water Trails start and end?

This route starts at Centreville Wharf soft launch and ends at Millstream Park kayak/canoe access, Approximately 1.25 miles one way from Centreville Wharf to Millstream Park (2.5 miles round trip) on the water.

Is the Centreville Wharf to Millstream Park on Mill Stream route on the Corsica River Water Trails suitable for beginners?

This is listed as a easy route. Review the difficulty notes, hazards and current access conditions against your group's skills. No live score assesses this trip.

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