Elk Neck State
Park
4395 Turkey Point Road
North East, MD 21901
(410) 287-5333
Explore Elk
Neck State Park
Sandy beaches, marshlands and
heavily wooded bluffs comprise the peninsula formed
by the North East and Elk Rivers, and the Chesapeake
Bay, where this park is located. Several trails
meander through the diversified topography,
revealing the great variety of plant and animal
life. An easy walking trail to Turkey Point
Lighthouse provides a view of the Elk River and the
Chesapeake Bay.
Features:
Boat launch, cabins, campfire
programs, campsites, campstore, dump station, food
& beverage, fishing, flatwater canoeing, hiking
trails, historic interest, hook-ups, hunting,
picnicking, playground, shelters, swimming, visitor
center.
Pets are allowed at Wye,
Susquehanna, St. Martens, Miles, Elk and Choptank
camping areas. Pets on a leash may only be taken
from the campsite to the park store and back. Pets
on a leash are permitted on 3 of the 5 trails. Pets
are not permitted at Chester, Bohemia and Sassfrass
camping areas, the youth group area and in the day
use area of the park, including the beach area.
Turkey Point Lighthouse
The 35-foot Turkey Point
Lighthouse sits atop a 100-foot bluff overlooking
the Upper Chesapeake Bay. The tower dates to 1833
and is opened for park visitors during some
weekends.
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