Branch Street Calvert County boat launch
Branch Street Calvert County
The Branch Street boat ramp is a concrete ramp with a width of about 18 feet, suitable for small to medium-sized boats. It has a floating dock that can accommodate several boats at once, and there is parking available for cars and boat trailers. The ramp has a gentle slope, making it easy to launch and retrieve boats.
The body of water serviced by the Branch Street boat ramp, St. Leonard Creek, is a popular spot for fishing, crabbing, and boating. The creek is a tributary of the Patuxent River, which flows into the Chesapeake Bay. The Patuxent River is known for its scenic beauty and offers a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, kayaking, and wildlife watching.
The Branch Street boat ramp permits a variety of craft, including powerboats, sailboats, canoes, and kayaks. However, there may be restrictions on the size and horsepower of boats allowed on the water, based on local regulations. It is important for boaters to check the latest information and regulations before launching their boats from the Branch Street boat ramp or any other location.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Branch Street Calvert County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| St Clement Creek Near Clements | 2 cfs | → |
| Western Branch At Upper Marlboro | 15 cfs | → |
| St Marys River At Great Mills | 3 cfs | → |
| Zekiah Swamp Run Near Newtown | 5 cfs | → |
| Piscataway Creek At Piscataway | 1 cfs | → |
| Patuxent River Near Bowie | 169 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Nearby fishing
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Branch Street Calvert County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Branch Street Calvert County
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Branch Street Calvert County.