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Maryland and Delaware share a compact but active kite scene split between the Atlantic beaches near Ocean City and Dewey, and the vast flatwater of the Chesapeake Bay. The bay spots around Kent Island are the crown jewels for flatwater riders, while the ocean side delivers on strong fronts. Cool water most of the season means neoprene is part of the plan.
Chesapeake Bay (Maryland)
1. Matapeake (Kent Island)
A beloved bay-side launch with big grassy rigging areas and flat-to-textured water — a regional favorite for freeride and progression. A Freeride twin-tip is right at home.
2. Terrapin Beach (Kent Island)
Nearby natural-area beach with shallow flats and space; check access rules and tides.
3. Sandy Point State Park (Annapolis)
Under the Bay Bridge with bay flats and reliable access. Popular and easy to reach; watch boat traffic.
Atlantic Beaches
4. Dewey Beach (Delaware)
The classic Delaware kite town — bay-side flats on the Rehoboth Bay side and ocean access nearby. A social, well-established scene.
5. Cape Henlopen (Lewes, DE)
State-park beaches with ocean and bay options depending on wind, plus space to spread out.
6. Assateague Island (Maryland)
Wild barrier-island beaches (mind the famous ponies and park rules) with ocean and back-bay riding for those who want scenery and solitude.
7. Ocean City Back Bays (Maryland)
Sheltered bay flats behind the barrier island offer flatter water when the ocean is too much.
What to Pack
Cool water and frontal wind define the region. Run a dependable All-around kite quiver with a good Control bar and Waist harness, a 4/3 fullsuit for the shoulder seasons with Neoprene booties and Neoprene gloves when it’s cold. A Freeride twin-tip covers the bay flats; add a Impact vest for ocean chop. Round it out with a Kite pump, a Travel kite bag, and a 20L dry bag.
Bottom Line
Between Kent Island’s flatwater and the Dewey/Ocean City coast, Maryland and Delaware pack a lot of variety into a small footprint. Time a front and pick your water.