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Sandy Point State Park

Maryland · State Park · Beach · Open to all

Sandy Point State Park
GrillingPropane & charcoalGrills provided on site
On the waterSwimming · Fishing · Boat launch
Things to doPlayground
AccessOpen to allOpen to all (Maryland Park Service). Service…

About this place

Grills at rental pavilions and picnic areas; grills and fires prohibited on the beach. Day-use reservations in season.

Good to know

SwimmingLifeguard Swimming is permitted in designated swimming areas only. A portion of South Beach is protected with lifeguards from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, weekends and holidays, Memorial Day to Labor Day.
FishingLimited Fishing from the shoreline is permitted in designated areas. The park allows night fishing; however, only people who are actively fishing, including children, can be in the park after the park closes.
AlcoholNo Alcohol is not permitted
DogsLimited Pets allowed (except for sandy portion of swimming beach areas from Memorial Day weekend until after Labor Day)

Hours

  • Boating - 24 hr. access year-round
  • Fishing - 24 hr. access year-round
  • 7:00 AMto sunset, year-round (excluding Christmas Day)
  • 7:00 AM–4:00 PMMid-November - January 2 due to Lights on the Bay program

Fees

  • $3 per vehicleOctober 1 - April 30
  • $4 per personWeekdays
  • $5 per personWeekends and holidays

What's here

Provided grills
Picnic tables
Pavilion
Playground
Restrooms
Boat launch

Location

Sandy Point State Park
RegionMaryland
Coordinates39.0114° N, 76.3942° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Sandy Point State Park?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Sandy Point State Park. Grills are already provided on site. Reservation/service charge for some pavilions; designated areas. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

Reservation/service charge for some pavilions; designated areas.

Is there a fee at Sandy Point State Park?

Yes — fees apply. For example, $3 per vehicle · October 1 - April 30. See the official page for the full schedule.

Can you swim at Sandy Point State Park?

Swimming is permitted in designated swimming areas only. A portion of South Beach is protected with lifeguards from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, weekends and holidays, Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Are dogs allowed?

Pets allowed (except for sandy portion of swimming beach areas from Memorial Day weekend until after Labor Day).

What are the hours at Sandy Point State Park?

Boating - 24 hr. access year-round; Fishing - 24 hr. access year-round; 7:00 AM · to sunset, year-round (excluding Christmas Day).

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