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Clopper Lake Boat Center

11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Published schedule Current summer hours are posted as Wednesday-Friday 3-7 p.m. with last rental at 6 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. with last rental at 5:30 p.m.; Monday-Tuesday closed. Confirm same-day alerts.
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The seasonal lakefront center rents canoes, single and tandem kayaks, and pedal boats, supports hand-launched private watercraft, sells limited supplies, and provides a paved fishing approach. Enter the Clopper Day-Use Area at 11950 Clopper Road and follow internal signs toward Clopper Lake and the Boat Center lower parking area. This is not near Black Rock Mill. The current official page lists summer Boat Center service from Memorial Day through Labor Day, closed Monday-Tuesday, with afternoon Wednesday-Friday and daytime weekend hours. Weather, thunder, training, staffing, and lake conditions can close rentals; verify the same day.

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Where exactly is Clopper Lake Boat Center?

Enter the Clopper Day-Use Area at 11950 Clopper Road and follow internal signs toward Clopper Lake and the Boat Center lower parking area. This is not near Black Rock Mill.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Where should I park for Clopper Lake Boat Center?

Parking is distributed among the park office, lake, Boat Center, playground, picnic, and trail areas. The Black Rock parking lot is currently closed for streambank rehabilitation, so do not navigate there expecting normal vehicle access.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
When is Clopper Lake Boat Center open?

Current summer hours are posted as Wednesday-Friday 3-7 p.m. with last rental at 6 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. with last rental at 5:30 p.m.; Monday-Tuesday closed. Confirm same-day alerts.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Are there restrooms near Clopper Lake Boat Center?

Use the developed day-use and Boat Center restroom network before launching. Availability follows seasonal operations and the broader park service schedule.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Is Clopper Lake Boat Center free?

Current posted boat rentals are $12 per hour. General weekend and holiday park service charges may also apply April through October.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
How accessible is Clopper Lake Boat Center?

A paved lakefront walkway provides fishing access at the Boat Center. Contact the park before visiting for a specific dock or boat-boarding accommodation.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Are dogs allowed at Clopper Lake Boat Center?

Pets other than service animals are not permitted in rental boats. Keep leashed pets clear of docks, active launching, fishing lines, and wildlife.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Is Clopper Lake Boat Center good for children?

Rental boats can work for families, but an adult age 18 or older with identification must complete the rental, life-jacket rules apply, and swimming or wading in Clopper Lake is prohibited.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
What should I know before visiting Clopper Lake Boat Center?

The current official page lists summer Boat Center service from Memorial Day through Labor Day, closed Monday-Tuesday, with afternoon Wednesday-Friday and daytime weekend hours. Weather, thunder, training, staffing, and lake conditions can close rentals; verify the same day.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
How do you reach Clopper Lake Boat Center?

The park is primarily vehicle-oriented and spread across a large landscape. If using rideshare, select the exact day-use destination and arrange a return before entering a trail or remote historic-site area.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026

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