Patuxent River - above Route 97 Access
Patuxent River - above Route 97 Access
This access point at Route 97 offers a convenient parking lot for launching canoes, kayaks, and fishing from the upper Patuxent River's scenic headwaters section.
The site provides direct river access for non-motorized paddling and bank fishing during park hours (sunrise to sunset), with free parking and no entrance fees required.
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