Downs Park

Courtesy of Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks

Joshua McKerrow — The CapitalJuly 4th fireworks burst over Downs Park in 2006. Joshua McKerrow — The Capital
Oak Hill Elementary School teachers splash in the Chesapeake Bay in a fund-raising polar bear plunge at Downs Park in March 2009.

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Situated on Chesapeake Bay, Downs Park offers a variety of natural and recreational activities throughout its 236 acres.

Downs Park offers more than five miles of paved and natural trails, including a self-guided nature trail. The park also has a children's playground, four handball courts, two ball fields, two tennis courts and three basketball courts available to visitors on a first-come, first-serve basis. Further recreation is available at the fishing pier and dog beach.

The Chesapeake Room and park pavilions are available to rent for occasions including weddings. The park also offers programs such as summer concerts and an adopt-an-owl program. Residents can join volunteer groups including the Friends of Downs Park. For more information visit the park's Web site.

• Address
• 8311 John Downs Loop
  Pasadena MD 21122
• Map
• Contact
• Office: 410-222-6230
• Park Web site
• Hours
• Open: 9 a.m. - Dusk
• Office hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Closed on Tuesdays
• Fees
• Daily vehicle entry: $6
• Daily physically challenged (Per vehicle): $5
  (MVA tags or hanging permit required)
• Annual Vehicle Entry Permit Per vehicle: $40
• Senior Lifetime Pass (Age 60+) Per person: $30
• Senior passes and annual permits are also valid at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis.