Kent Island sits between the Chesapeake Bay and Eastern Bay, with tidal creeks and county landings used to reach crabbing water. Not every landing is a legal place to occupy the dock with crabbing gear, so distinguish launching access from a designated fishing pier.
Public-access approach
Use Queen Anne’s County’s current parks and public-landings information to choose a ramp or shoreline facility. Matapeake and Romancoke are prominent public waterfront areas, but confirm the exact pier, hours, fees and allowed activities directly with the county.
Nearby alternatives
Sandy Point State Park has a state-documented crabbing pier. Wye Island and the Wye River provide shoreline and non-motorized access under Maryland DNR rules.
Bait and habitat
Use fresh legal bait secured in a bait bag. Do not add anise oil, use spoiled meat or place pots in submerged vegetation. Protecting grasses and keeping equipment out of navigation channels is more important than following an old “secret bait” tip.
Queen Anne’s County facilities · Current Maryland crabbing rules
Access guidance checked August 13, 2026. See the Maryland report.