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Elk Neck State Park

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238 Reviews

#1 of 12 things to do in North East

Nature & Parks, State Parks

Open Now: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

4395 Turkey Point Rd, North East, MD 21901-6201

Open today: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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“Great Hiking.”

We enjoyed hiking at Elk Neck State Park. We did a trail in the front part of the park and then... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

tmoonk

“Great views from the Lighthouse”

Be sure and take the time to visit the lighthouse. The walk was a bit further than I thought it... read more

Reviewed June 25, 2019

Joanna M

Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania

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can have quite an adventurous walk meeting critters along the way...and the light house and the view of the water is awesome

Easy access to picnic area, campground, boat launch while enjoying the natural beauty of the Park - Elk Neck - at the tip of the Chesapeake Bay too.

There are many things to do in the park - swimming at North East Beach (shallow water & gritty sand), hiking to the Turkey Point Lighthouse (a "must-do") and other trails, seeing deer, marmot and the occasional os...

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Michelle H

Germantown, Maryland

Reviewed 1 week ago

Free, nice, short easy hike to do with all ages. Cool lighthouse (exterior only-not for climbing) and lovely water view

This is a neat little gem at the end of the park on Turkey Point. Near to camping, and park beach. Draw back-parking is pretty slim

Date of experience: July 2019

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tmoonk

tmoonk

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Great Hiking.

We enjoyed hiking at Elk Neck State Park. We did a trail in the front part of the park and then the light house trail as well. There were some trees down on the first trail and we had to turn back because the trail...More

Date of experience: August 2019

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tdtuck

Wilmington, Delaware

Reviewed August 6, 2019

A unique quiet Beach just off the Bay

This beach is the best kept secret in Northeast MD Great sunsets warm water and Nature all around you!

Date of experience: July 2019

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Joanna M

Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania

4014

Reviewed June 25, 2019

Great views from the Lighthouse

Be sure and take the time to visit the lighthouse. The walk was a bit further than I thought it would be, but it was well worth it! The views are beautiful but just be careful near the edges of the rocks if you are...More

Date of experience: June 2019

Thank Joanna M

Angel E

Reviewed June 4, 2019 via mobile

Family visit

The playground was nice, although it could have had more kids amenities. The beach was nice, even though it was somewhat cold.

Date of experience: April 2019

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Tami R

Waynesboro, Virginia

29892

Reviewed May 26, 2019 via mobile

Loved the Lighthouse and View

My husband and I drive out to Turkey Point Lighthouse from North East. It was a pleasant drive. We hiked the trail to the lighthouse and spent some time overlooking the beautiful Chesapeake Bay. It was a nice walk and a wonderful view.

Date of experience: May 2019

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Kayla N

426

Reviewed May 8, 2019

BEAUTIFUL

Very nice trail all the was to lighthouse. So worth the walk. the view is incredible. bring bug spray.

Date of experience: May 2019

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Inkey72

Marshalls Creek, Pennsylvania

103

Reviewed April 25, 2019 via mobile

Loved it

Great place to visit. Lots of hiking trails. Very beautiful and peaceful. Little beach is fun for the kids. Will definitely be back.

Date of experience: April 2019

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Betty C

North East, Maryland

207

Reviewed March 31, 2019

Bird watching

We are locals. My husband and I (retired) have been enjoying the beautiful walk along the trail to the lighthouse in Elk Neck State Park for many years--I especially like the scenic view of the Chesapeake Bay and bird watching. I am happy that Spring...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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Dennis O

Bensalem, Pennsylvania

175

Reviewed February 1, 2019

Peaceful

Great place to unwind. Clear paths for easy walking.. Beautiful views . Pleanty of wildlife.. Bald eagles are my favorite

Date of experience: January 2019

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traeceya

Anyone know if the leaves have changed colors yet?

October 15, 2018|

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Probably within the next week or two, I would guess.

Kourtney R

What are the best loops & site numbers for tent camping for a family with 4 small kids? My kids can be quite loud & rambunctious during the day so I am looking for a site spaced away from others. We stayed on the Bohemia loop last year, on either site 192 or 205, I believe. And we were so close to the campers on either side! They were in their tent & we were trying to sleep in ours but we could clearly hear everything they were saying! They were not speaking loudly at all but the sites are just that close! I would just like to hear any suggestions for a family with small kids looking for a site with a little privacy/distance from others. Thanks in advance!

June 14, 2018|

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where is jug lake?

tropical1357

Can dogs be off leash anywhere?

March 5, 2018|

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The Maryland leash law applies to this park. If you go online and Google dog parks or dog beaches in Maryland (or by county), you will find plenty of areas to take your dog(s) and let them run loose.

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