County offices will be closed Monday, December 26 and Monday January 2 for the observed Christmas and New Year's holidays.
Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Kings Landing Park, and Flag Ponds Nature Park will be closed Sunday, December 25. They will be open regular hours (see below) on other days.
Other Natural Resources Parks will be open Regular Hours
Nature Park Hours
Regular Hours Labor Day 2022 through Memorial Day 2023
NOTICE: No walk-ins allowed when the gate is closed. Last entry 1 hour before park closes Beach & pier close 1 hour before park closes. Park entrance fees will be collected daily. Regular Hours: Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays and Fridays: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 410-586-1477
Last Entry 1 hour before close. Pier closes 1/2 hour before park closes. Free. NOTICE: No walk-ins allowed when the gate is closed. Regular Hours: Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 410-535-2661
Battle Creek Cypress Swamp - As of 12/5, trails have reopened. Nature Center and outdoor animal exhibits remain closed until further notice due to fire in the Nature Center.
No Pets Allowed Last entry 1/2 hour before close. NOTICE: No walk-ins allowed when the gate is closed. Regular Hours: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday: 1-4:30 p.m. Due to damage from the fire phones are not working. If you need to reach the center please call Flag Ponds Nature Park at 410-586-1477 and leave a message. A staff member will return your call as soon as possible.
Ward Farm Recreation & Nature Park Trail Maps are in development. Location: 10455 Ward Road, Dunkirk, MD 20754 Hours of Operation: Mid-March to Mid-November 8:30 a.m. to Dark; Off Season 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.