North Point State Park

Wonderful. We've been exploring the local parks, and now that my disability pass has arrived I can get into MD state parks for free. However, it would have only cost $3 for us to enter, which seems like a deal or what is available here - including swimming. Although it's June, it really wasn't warm enough to swim today, but there were still several families there, making the most of their day. The fully paved jetty is a delight. I didn't feel anywhere near as nervous traveling to the end of it as I do with most piers. There's also a great pier, not made of wood so I didn't have to worry about a tire falling through or any of the other things I worry about when I go to Stansbury Park, or other parks that clearly don't get the budget that this national park gets.

And so much of it is accessible!! Had a great time today. Normally I write more, but I think the pictures say it all.

PS: Once upon a time this was an amusement park, with three rollercoasters.

We love this state park with lots of waterfront on the Chesapeake Bay. Filled with hiking trails, beautiful beaches, picnic tables and grills, and a Visitor Center filled with the history of the war of 1812 and of when there was an amusement park called Bay Shore. We feel like we are taking a step back in time whenever we visit since the park is filled with so many remnants of the past.
It is beautiful to visit there in every season.
There is also a trail that takes you through a huge pond and marshy area that is a welcome surprise where there are paths that take you by a beaver dam as well as sheltering many birds and water fowl. We always meet bird watchers looking for a bald eagle and photographers looking to capture a rare bird or a pretty view.

[Coronavirus review]
North Point (I would have called it East Point; not sure what the namers were using as a frame of reference) is a wetland on the outskirts of Baltimore. There is some beach, but it's rocky and inhospitable. During peak pandemic, beaches are closed anyway so you're not missing out on much. The park was open when I went (and in theory, you were still supposed to self-pay the small admission fee, which I did).

There are some trails through wetlands that go a decent distance. I have been twice and have not been mobbed by mosquitoes, but I have found the trails to be less than well-maintained and inundated with water. The old powerhouse is an interesting ruin (currently bearing some rather apt Pennywise the Clown street art among other graffiti), and the reflections off the still inland water are nice (though I'm guessing when the weather warms up, the bugs will obscure the view). There's not a ton going on, but it's green, quiet, and outdoors and it's not that far from B-more.

I would also add that Fort Howard Memorial Park and Veterans Park are nearby (and I don't feel like making a separate Yelp page as they are small), but the fort has more water views (and more wind) and the veterans park has a tiny beach of actual sand, and if I'm going to drive out to this peninsula, I say I might as well stop at those spots too.

One of my favorite spots to go for fishing, scenery, peace, relax, walk, and just to chill. The water is Upper Chesapeake Bay area and sees different migrations of fish species.

There is a launch area for kayaks and beach launch area as well. I've been here multiple times and on the last occasion, there were kite surfers thrilling me. So brave! I just watched in awe.

I have hiked this park for 20+ years. This year is completely different. Rampant drug use. Vials and paraphernalia throughout. Trash everywhere. Altercations constantly. Last week someone had a gun pulled on them in the park for telling someone not to throw trash. The guy actually stayed at the park yet the cops did nothing. Cars get broken into in broad daylight. A certain type of crowd parks outside the park and walks in with coolers, then will dump their entire cooler of trash just on the trail. They received additional funding this year but are rocking the paths? Ruining the park. A tree has been down on the trail for months. If I didn't live down the street, I'd avoid this park entirely. Very sad they let it get like this. Hopefully this review gets seen by them and they address it but I doubt it. Staff needs to be replaced and order needs to be restored.

We love this park! Exploring the old trolley lines, walking through the trails, tossing coins in the fountain, walking the beautiful pier, or wading in the beachfront, there is literally something for everyone. We often see tons of people fishing the pier, walking their dogs, sunbathing, cooking out, and spending the day. We like walking by the water for the bay breeze.
$3 for in state during the week, $4 on weekends. It's a great deal!

Great park!! Be careful if it is within a couple of days of heavy rainfall, though. Definitely make sure you wear some boots because it got VERY VERY muddy!!

This is a good walking trail also for people who might have mobility issues with more rocky terrains, because essentially there is a really long paved route throughout the park that is an even flat surface.

There is a great trail with an old power plant that is great for some pictures and exploring, and also a little beach with great views of the lighthouse by the Dock of the Bay restaurant.

My rating is based on the trail at the park.

It costs $3 to get into the park. Cash only.

The trail near the park entrance is a must-see.

Things I saw:
* marshes
* beach
* abandoned old power house
* small cliffs
* old pier

The grade is mostly flat. Super easy hike with lots of awesome sights.

Besides the trail, the park also has a small beach for visitors and a new pier that is beautiful. People were allowed to fish off the pier.

There is some history at this park that is worth reading about.

Great place for walking and enjoying the views. During the summer time I would not attend because it gets over pack and they will close the park down once its filled which is normally by 11 to 12 pm every summer. But I love going in the fall or spring.

I wish I could give this park 5 stars. It is a beautiful park but the hiking trails need some upkeep, especially the Black Marsh Trail. There needs to be bridges to get people past the marsh as it's always muddy. I can't walk my dogs On that trail unless I want them up to their elbows in mud:
They charge a hefty fee to get in, where is that going? Update the trails so the whole family can hike.