QAC’s Parks and Public Landings

The Parks and Recreation Department consists of five major operating divisions; Parks, Recreation, Airport, Public Landings and Golf Course. The Airport, Public Landings and Golf Course are enterprise divisions. (See Organization Chart) Together these divisions maintain more than 3,113 acres of park property throughout Queen Anne’s County. The Parks Division alone is responsible for 22 county parks and 10 county natural resource areas, including 12.5 miles of hiker/biker trails. The Public Landings Division operates and maintains 18 landings, 2 fishing piers and 3 marinas. All county parks operate, on a normal basis, from sunrise to sunset. All public landings are open 24 hours and a permit is required, which may be purchased at vendors throughout the County. These five divisions provide boundless public recreation opportunities by air, land and water. Whether resident or tourist, all enjoy the Parks and Recreation Department’s convenient parks, water access areas, golf course and airport that highlight Queen Anne’s County as the gateway to the eastern shore. Recreational programs and special events are offered by the, Recreation Division and include youth sports leagues, trips, special events, enrichment programs and summer camps. The current program schedule is available at www.parksnrec.org. Landings with boat launching ramps – Centreville, Southeast Creek, Deep Landing, Crumpton, Kent Narrows, Little Creek, Goodhands Creek, Thompson Creek, Shipping Creek and Matapeake Landing. Batt’s Neck Park – This 45 acre park is located on Batt’s Neck Road, Stevensville and includes an in-line skating rink, ball fields, multipurpose athletic fields, playground equipment and lighted football field. Church Hill Park – This lovely park includes lighted playing fields, playground with shaded playground equipment, a concession stand, restrooms, pavilion and an approximately 2 mile paved walking trail. Conquest Beach – A 758 acre nature preserve is situated a few miles north of Centreville. The scenic Chester River provides a beautiful and tranquil setting for special occasions and events. A six acre site offers a beach front, pavilion, picnic area with grill, bath houses with restrooms, wheel chair accessible restroom, ballfield, horseshoe pits and a volleyball court. Rental of this site is by reservation only. Cross Island Trail – A 6.5 mile Hiker/Biker trail extends from Terrapin Nature Area in Stevensville to Wells Cove at the Kent Narrows. This tree lined trail travels through farm fields, wooded areas and over wooden bridges with views of various local creeks and wildlife. Cross County Connector Trail – This 2 mile Hiker/Biker boardwalk trail extends from the Kent Narrows to Long Point Park. Crumpton Park – Located on Dudley Corners Road in Crumpton provides a picnic area, playground equipment and ballfield. Ewing Pond Park – located on Main Street next to the Grasonville Elementary School has a walking trail, gazebo and fishing pier that extends into the pond. Ferry Point Park – Accessed from the Chesapeake Heritage & Visitors Center, this 41 acre Nature Park on the Chester River has a 2 mile trail, over a wooden bridge and through marshlands with beautiful scenery, which connects the parking lot to the shore line. Grasonville Park – Located at 301 Perry’s Corner Road, Grasonville offers a children’s picnic and playground area, two ballfields, tennis/pickleball and basketball courts. This park is home to the Leonard Smith Trail, a 1/3 mile walking trail. Kent Island Dog Park – Located at 200 White Pine Lane, Stevensville boasts a fenced area for small dogs and one for large dogs with dog agility equipment where dogs are allowed to run free. Kent Island South Trail – A 6 mile hiker/ biker trail extends from Matapeake Park to Romancoke pier along a Rt. 8 South. It travels through wooded areas, next to farm fields, and over wooden bridges with views of the bay. Long Point Park – Located on Rt. 50 and Jackson Creek Road in Grasonville, this park offers a wandering 1/3 mile trail. This park may serve as the trailhead for utilizing the Cross County Connector Trail. Matapeake Clubhouse and Beach – This picturesque venue has a view of the Chesapeake Bay and public Beach. A onemile trail through the woods leads to the dog friendly beach area. The Matapeake Clubhouse, which was originally a ferry terminal before the Bay Bridge was constructed, is operated as a Café during the summer season, and may be rented for special events in the off season for the enjoyment of park visitors. Matapeake Landing and Pier – This facility is located on Marine Academy Drive and hosts an 850 foot lighted fishing pier, Chesapeake bay access boat ramp, compostable toilet restrooms all open 24 hours a day. Fishing from the pier and the tree covered picnic area are open sunrise to sunset. This park is subject to use by fee or permit. Mowbray Park – Located on Rt. 8 south of Stevensville, includes lighted tennis and pickleball courts , athletic fields, pavilion, playground, restrooms and picnic area in the 13.5 acre park. Old Love Point Park – One of the County’s most utilized parks, this 30-acre site on Old Love Point Road in Stevensville includes lighted basketball courts, athletic fields, tennis courts, a playground, concession stand with restrooms, 2 lighted fields and 2 championship sand volleyball courts. Pinkney Park – Lighted basketball courts, athletic fields, a playground, pavilion and picnic areas are prime attractions of this 12.5 acre park located on Route 290 near Pondtown. Romancoke Pier – Located at the southern end of Route 8, fishing and crabbing are highlights at this lighted 600 foot pier on Eastern Bay. The site also has a small picnic area and kayak/canoe launching ramp. A permit or fee is required for this area, which is open from sunrise to sunset. Roosevelt Park – Located in the Town of Queen Anne this Park is maintained by Queen Anne’s County. Located on Park Avenue, this 7.5 acre park has a paved walking trail with exercise equipment stations, pavilion, baseball field, volleyball court, and playground equipment. Route 18 Park – 2 lighted ballfields, a 1.5 mile paved walking trail with fitness stations and relaxation areas, and dozens of picturesque trees highlight this 52 acre facility located on 4-H Park Road near Centreville. It offers multipurpose athletic fields, a concession stand with restrooms and a playground. Roundtop Park – This 110 acre park is located at the head of Rosin Creek in the community of Chester Harbor. This park features picnic areas with grills near the pavilion, basketball and tennis courts, a playground and several athletic fields. Sudlersville Park – Located on Route 300 in Sudlersville, this park boasts multi-purpose athletic fields, tennis courts, basketball courts and a sand volleyball court. A paved fitness trail, playground equipment and pavilion are also there for your enjoyment. Terrapin Park/Nature Trail – A spectacular view of the Chesapeake Bay draws people to this site located on Log Canoe Circle in Stevensville. It includes 3 miles of trails, 1 observation blind for viewing wildlife and a boardwalk to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline. White Marsh Park – Located on Rt. 213 north of Centreville is a 318-acre multi-use park with multi-purpose athletic fields, baseball fields, 9 hole disc golf course, grass trail, pond for fishing and preserved nature areas. Blue Heron Golf Course – An 18-hole, par 63 course, and 25 tee box driving range located on Route 8, 5 miles south of Rt. 50 in Stevensville. Open daily 7 am to dusk. Please call the Pro Shop at 410-643-5721 for information.