Piney Point

FIG. 1 view of launch area with the Northern Neck of Virginia
in the background

upshot:  this launch faces the same direction (SE) and provides the
same access as Camp Merryelande, but without the fee. 
This is a public facility and it is not as beginner friendly as
 Camp Merryelande

FIG. 2 map showing directions to launch

Directions:  MD Rt 5 south to through Leonardtown and past junction
with Rt 4.  About 9 miles south of Leonardtown, turn right onto
MD Rt 249.  Travel 7.5 miles on MD Rt 249 and turn right onto
Lighthouse Road just before reaching St George Island. 
Follow Lighthouse Rd to an end and drop off gear and park
by the museum. 

Best Wind Directions:  E, SE, S, SW

Fees:  none

Amenities:  none

Regs: see FIG. 4 below

Strategize:  if you are a beginner, or like water where you can stand up in,
or prefer to be around people while feeling away from it all, consider
nearby Camp Merryelande.

Notes:  launch is quiet, spacious, and pleasant.  Gear carry is 200 ft.
East winds will provide flat water due to nearby island.

FIG. 3 aerial view of launch area showing gear carry and parking

FIG. 4 view of list of rules posted at launch area

FIG. 5 view of gear carry path to launch area

FIG. 6 view looking SE towards St George Island from launch

FIG. 7 view of launch area looking West

FIG. 8 view looking back from launch area towards lighthouse

FIG. 9 view of sign posted near launch area