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Maryland | Prince George’s and Anne Arundel Counties / Central Maryland

Patuxent RiverQueen Anne Canoe Launch to Wootons Landing

A central Patuxent Water Trail route from the Queen Anne public canoe launch to Anne Arundel County’s Wootons Landing Wetland Park. The route follows moving tidal freshwater through a marsh-and-park corridor and ends at a documented floating canoe/kayak launch.

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DistanceApproximately 5.2 river miles from Queen Anne to Wootons Landing
DifficultyEasy
Typical time2–4 hours depending on tide
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Two paddlers move downstream on the Monocacy River beneath wooded banks in Maryland.
Route photoMonocacy River Water Trail paddling contextPhoto by Saki / National Park Service

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Distance, difficulty, rules and camping
On-water distanceApproximately 5.2 river miles from Queen Anne to Wootons LandingQueen Anne Canoe Launch to Wootons Landing
DifficultyeasyThe source describes recreational moving water, but shallow rock, current, cold water, debris, and bridge or access hazards remain material.
ShuttleCar shuttleStage at Wootons Landing, then shuttle to Queen Anne. Confirm the Wootons gate, parking, floating pier, and return carry before launching; allow daylight for the marsh corridor and tide changes.
PermitsCheck posted rulesFollow current county-park and Patuxent River Park hours, day-use or special-use permit requirements, launch reservations, Maryland boating/PFD rules, weather advisories, and posted closures. No route-specific paddling permit is claimed beyond the named park requirements.
CampingDay tripNo on-route camping is claimed. The Patuxent Water Trail has separate reservation-based campsites, but Wootons Landing is a day-use access context unless the managing agency confirms otherwise.
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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A central Patuxent Water Trail route from the Queen Anne public canoe launch to Anne Arundel County’s Wootons Landing Wetland Park. The route follows moving tidal freshwater through a marsh-and-park corridor and ends at a documented floating canoe/kayak launch.

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Queen Anne Canoe Launch, Patuxent River Park
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Queen Anne is a public Patuxent River Park launch with park rules and possible permit requirements; verify current access before loading boats.

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Wootons Landing Wetland Park floating canoe/kayak launch
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Anne Arundel County documents Wootons Landing’s floating launch, but the approach and carry are material logistics and may not be suitable for every boat or paddler.

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Access notes and hazards

Access caveats

  • Queen Anne is a public Patuxent River Park launch with park rules and possible permit requirements; verify current access before loading boats.
  • Anne Arundel County documents Wootons Landing’s floating launch, but the approach and carry are material logistics and may not be suitable for every boat or paddler.
  • The proxy gauge is upstream and cannot replace local tide/wind and water-quality checks.

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  • USGS 01594440 upstream proxy discharge/stage and trend
  • tide and wind direction, shallow mud, marsh vegetation, strainers, cold water, thunderstorms, and water-quality advisories
  • park hours, permits/reservations, parking/carry distance, current launch depth, private-bank boundaries, and daylight

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Two paddlers move downstream on the Monocacy River beneath wooded banks in Maryland.
Monocacy River Water Trail paddling contextPhoto by Saki / National Park Service
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NotesWhat to know before you go

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  • Named moving-water corridorQueen Anne to Wootons Landing, approximately 5.2 miles

    The official Patuxent Water Trail map and launch directory place both named public access sites on the same route.

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  • Authoritative endpoint accessPatuxent River Park Queen Anne launch and Wootons Landing floating launch

    The water-trail map names Queen Anne; Anne Arundel County documents the Wootons floating pier launch and approach.

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  • Tidal flow guidanceFavorable tide/wind and actual launch depth are controlling; USGS 01594440 is upstream proxy context only

    NPS provides the broad/shallow Patuxent recreation context, but no single upstream discharge cutoff is represented as a local safe minimum.

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  • Live gaugeUSGS 01594440, Patuxent River near Bowie, 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 Patuxent tide, wind, access, or water-quality conditions.

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What water level is best for the Queen Anne Canoe Launch to Wootons Landing route on the Patuxent River?

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 Queen Anne Canoe Launch to Wootons Landing route on the Patuxent River start and end?

This route starts at Queen Anne Canoe Launch, Patuxent River Park and ends at Wootons Landing Wetland Park floating canoe/kayak launch, Approximately 5.2 river miles from Queen Anne to Wootons Landing on the water.

Is the Queen Anne Canoe Launch to Wootons Landing route on the Patuxent River 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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