The 6 Best Nature & Parks in Kent Island, Kent Island

This award-winning 276-acre nature park features a 3.25-mile oyster chaff walking trail, which meanders through wildflower meadows, wetlands, tidal ponds, woodlands and sandy beaches. The trail provides a unique vantage point for viewing an incredible variety of waterfowl, wildlife and plant species. A gazebo and wheelchair-accessible boardwalk, located along the beach afford a spectacular view of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, and park benches located along the trail provides a brief respite for the weary. The trail, which wanders over several ridges, across marshlands and through woodlands, features two observation blinds overlooking the tidal ponds. The trail connects to the County’s Cross Island Trail system. Nearby free parking for the Cross Island Trail system is available at Old Love Point Park. Portable toilets are available year round. Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

Located on the Chesapeake Bay on Kent Island, Maryland, the grounds include a public swimming beach, an outdoor amphitheater, family picnic area and trails through the surrounding woods, with views of the Bay Bridge. The beach is open sun rise to sun set daily,

The Chesapeake Heritage & Visitor Center (CHVC) provides visitors information needed to discover all that Queen Anne’s County has to offer! Visitor Center staff are available to assist with directions, information and local destination points of interest. While at the Chesapeake Heritage & Visitors Center be sure to check out the Chesapeake Legacy Museum. Here you’ll find interactive informational displays dedicated to the history, heritage, and culture of Queen Anne’s County. The museum also features a rotating artists series, displaying artwork with an emphasis on the Eastern Shore. Take the elevator or the spiral staircases to the outdoor viewing tower for breathtaking 360 views of the Kent Narrows Waterfront. On the grounds of the CHVC you will access the entrance to Ferry Point Park. Take the 530 ft boardwalk over the marsh to a secluded cove offering benches, picnic tables and a short walking trail over looking the Chester River.

This tree-lined linear park offers a safe avenue for non-vehicular transportation. The trail is 6.5 miles long, spanning east to west from Terrapin Nature Park to the Chesapeake Heritage & Visitor Center at Kent Narrows. The trail wanders through farmlands, meadows and woods accented with ornamental trees. Flanked by park benches, the trail crosses several creeks with wooden bridges, offering a spectacular view of waterfowl and wetlands. Off street parking with trail access is available at Terrapin Nature Park, Old Love Point Park, Castle Marina Road, Chesapeake Heritage & Visitor Center and the public lots beneath the Kent Narrows US 50/301 Bridge. These lots are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Portable toilets are available year round. Pets are allowed on leash (doggie bags provided). Fees: None