Welcome to North Point State Park!
North Point State Park is a Chesapeake Bay waterfront park located in Edgemere, MD. The park is situated on the grounds that once were the home of Bay Shore Amusement Park, which was one of the premiere amusement parks in Maryland from 1906 - 1947. Current visitors to the park can enjoy hiking, wading, birdwatching, bicycling, fishing, picnicking, group events, and remnants of Bay Shore Park, such as the restored Trolley Station and fountain.See the History Page for more information about the parks interesting past.
This site is sponsored and maintained by the North Point State Park Volunteers.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
EARTH DAY
When: Saturday 04/26/08
8 AM - ??
Details: Help volunteers and staff cleanup the park, beach & trails. Help get the park ready for summer. Hours can count for needed service hours.
Wear work clothes, shoes and gloves.
Lunch of hot dogs, hamburgers chips and drinks.
Call 410-477-0757 for more info or to register.
YOUTH FISHING DERBY
When: June, 08 (more details soon)
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Become a Volunteer -- it's time you did something for you!
The park is always looking for new volunteers. Do you like working in a natural setting? As a volunteer, you will enjoy making a difference in your local park, meet new people, and earn volunteer incentives. Click here for Volunteer Opportunities.
Send anyone with email a Bay Shore Amusement Park greeting card with a reproduction of an actual Bay Shore color postcard. Click on SEND A GREETING CARD below and follow the instructions.
CURRENT PARK HOURS
Monday - Sunday
Park Office Phone: (410) 477-0757
Park Office Fax : (410) 477-0361
TAKOS VISITOR CENTER HOURS
Wednesday - Sunday
11:00AM - 4:00PM
(Memorial Day - Labor Day)
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DIRECTIONS
695 South Exit 42 - North Point Blvd./Sparrows Point. Bear right onto 151 South -- North Point Blvd. First left onto Rte. 20 Edgemere/Ft. Howard onto North Point Rd. Proceed approximately 1.8 miles, park entrance is on left.
695 North Exit 43 -- Sparrows Point. Left onto Rte 158 -Bethlehem Blvd towards Edgemere/Fort Howard. Proceed to traffic light at North Point Blvd. Straight through light to 20 South -- North Point Rd. Proceed approximately 1.8 miles, park entrance is on left.
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