Park with open spaces in Potomac, MD
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Blockhouse Point Conservation Park & Trails
● ClosedBlockhouse Point Conservation Park & Trails is a stunning natural oasis located at 14750 River Road in Potomac, Maryland. This park, a popular tourist attraction, features a network of trails that were once used during the Civil War for transporting supplies. With breathtaking views of the Potomac Valley, lush forests, and historic ruins, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history and natural beauty of the area. The majority of the trails in the park are designated for hiking only, while some are open to hikers and equestrians. Biking is prohibited in most areas, except for the Muddy Branch Greenway Trail which connects to the C&O Canal towpath. The park is easily accessible, with gravel parking lots located along River Road, providing ample space for cars and horse trailers.
14750 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854, United States -
Chapman State Park
● OpenChapman State Park, located at 3452 Ferry Place in Indian Head, Maryland, is a beautiful park and tourist attraction managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Maryland Park Service. Visitors to Chapman State Park can enjoy a peaceful journey through Southern Maryland's pastoral heritage, with mature forests, rare plants, and majestic bald eagles soaring above. The park is also home to the historic Mt. Aventine Mansion, once owned by the prominent Chapman family who had close ties to George Washington and George Mason. Preserved in 1998 by the State of Maryland's Program Open Space, Chapman State Park stretches from the Potomac River to Mattawoman Creek in western Charles County. The park offers stunning views of the Potomac River and the Virginia shoreline, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
3452 Ferry Pl, Indian Head, MD 20640, United States -
Dans Mountain Wildlife Management Area
● ClosedDans Mountain Wildlife Management Area is a beautiful park and tourist attraction located on National Fwy in Lonaconing, Maryland, United States. This area, situated in western Allegany County, boasts the largest contiguous state-owned forest in Maryland. The steep ridges of the mountain offer stunning views of the North Branch of the Potomac River and its forested valley. Covering 9,925 acres, 98% of the area is dominated by mixed oak forest in various age classes. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a prime habitat for many species of songbirds such as the scarlet tanager, yellow-throated vireo, and ovenbird. In the winter, tracks of bobcats, black bears, and coyotes can be seen, adding to the area's natural beauty. Turkey hunters flock to Dan's Mountain for its large turkey population, while hunters can also pursue white-tailed deer, ruffed grouse, and gray squirrels.
National Fwy, Lonaconing, MD 21539, United States -
Dierssen Wildlife Management Area
● OpenDierssen Wildlife Management Area is a 40-acre tract of marshy woodland located in Potomac, Maryland, between the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath and the Potomac River. Donated to the State by the Dierssen family for use as a waterfowl sanctuary, this area is managed by the Wildlife and Heritage Service. As a designated wildlife sanctuary, hunting and trapping are not allowed on the property. Accessible by boat or via the C&O Canal Towpath, Dierssen WMA provides habitat for waterfowl, wading birds, songbirds, and furbearers. This area is part of Maryland's Department of Natural Resources public land system, with a primary mission to conserve wildlife populations and habitats while providing recreational opportunities. Funding for Maryland's state wildlife programs comes from hunting license fees and federal aid, including the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Fund. Other sources of funds include Program Open Space for parks and conservation areas. The Department of Natural Resources is committed to securing a sustainable future for Maryland's natural resources. The Maryland General Assembly's Office of Legislative Audits operates a fraud hotline to report allegations of fraud and abuse of State resources.
14750 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854, United States
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