OUTDOOR RECREATION
Anne Arundel County is a playground for all who enjoy a lifestyle complemented by leisure activities.
The Chesapeake Bay
Chesapeake Bay Foundation: 410-268-8816
www.cbf.org
Chesapeake Bay Gateway: 800-YOUR.BAY (800-968-7229)
www.baygateways.net
Anne Arundel County has 437 miles of picturesque shoreline and, as if that were not enough,
the Chesapeake offers access to beautiful rivers and inlets of neighboring counties. The Chesapeake Bay is considered one of the finest cruising grounds in the world.
Racing
Annapolis Yacht Club: 410-263-9279
www.annapolisyc.org
Severn Sailing Association: 410-268-8744
www.severnsailing.org
Senators Cup Match Race Regatta: 410-974-8829
www.senatorscup.com
There is a seemingly endless succession of sailing competitions each year. The prestigious Annapolis-Newport Race is launched in Annapolis each spring. The Governor’s Cup is one of the most popular events in the fall.
Launching Ramps
www.dnr.state.md.us
An excellent selection of public boat-launching facilities are maintained
by municipal and county governments. Many water-privileged communities
offer boat launching facilities for their residents. Public marinas are plentiful.
Fishing
www.dnr.state.md.us
www.annapolisflyfishing.org
www.visitannapolis.org
The Chesapeake and its tributaries are home for more than 200 species of fish. For a copy of the Maryland Non-tidewater Sportfishing Guide or Maryland Tidewater Sportfishing Guide, contact the Department of Natural Resources at 410-260-8250.
Cycling
www.dnr.state.md.us/outdoors/biking.html
Maryland welcomes the cyclist with miles of scenic roadways and bike trails. Maryland designated the bicycle a vehicle, and it must be ridden with the flow of traffic. For more information call 410-767-3400.
Campgrounds
Maryland Dept. of Natural Resouces
www.maryland.gov
Capital KOA Campground: 410-923-2771
www.koakampgrounds.com
Camp Letts (YMCA): 410-919-1400
www.camppage.com/maryland.htm
Duncan’s Family Campground: 410-267-0993 or 800-222-2086
www.duncansfamilycampground.com
Sandy Point State Park: 888-432 CAMP (2267)
www.dnr.state.md.us
Located 7 miles east of Annapolis, Sandy Point is choicely situated on the Chesapeake Bay. Facilities available include: boat launching, row boats, picnic benches, food concession, guided tours, hiking and nature trails, picnicking, swimming and fishing.
Cruises
Watermark Cruises 410-268-7600
www.watermarkcruises.com
Schooner “Woodwind I & II” 410-263-7837
www.schoonerwoodwind.com
Baltimore Yacht Charters LLC: 410-837-9100
www.baltimorecharters.com
Tourist Information Offices
Maryland Office of Tourism: 1-800-543-1036 (Free calendar of events)
217 East Redwood Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Conference & Visitors’ Bureau: 410-280-0445
1 Annapolis Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
Visitor Information Center: 410-268-8687
“City Dock” Annapolis, Maryland
www.annapolis.com www.visitannapolis.com
www.hometownannapolis.com www.surfannapolis.com
