The Wye River is a quiet Eastern Shore destination for boat, kayak and limited shoreline access. No public page can promise a bushel count; catch varies with season, salinity, molt stage and effort.
Wye Island shoreline
Maryland DNR permits fishing from the shoreline at Wye Island Natural Resources Management Area. Protect sensitive vegetation and use only lawful access points.
Granary Creek soft launch
The picnic area has a non-motorized soft launch with limited parking; additional parking is roughly a quarter-mile away and roadside parking is prohibited. It is a kayak/canoe access point, not a trailered powerboat ramp.
Motorized boat access
DNR directs boaters to Queen Anne’s and Talbot County public facilities. Confirm ramp fees and hours with the county and consult navigation charts before entering shallow creeks.
Maryland DNR Wye Island access · Current Maryland rules
Official sources checked August 13, 2026.