Charlestown, Maryland - Cecil County

All Town Parks (except the fishing pier) are CLOSED DUSK TO DAWN

(See below for park reservation information)

Athletic Complex

This complex contains a ball field, basketball and tennis courts and a walking track. Parking is available off Frederick Street.

Fair Green Park

This park, located behind Town Hall, is geared toward the young children of the Town. The Town has a pavilion for picnickers. Dogs are not permitted in this park.

Veterans Park

This park, located near the corner of Market and Water Streets, has a pavilion that provides for a nice view of the Northeast River. Dogs are permitted in this park provided you clean up after them.

Comfort Station

There is a public rest room facility located at Veterans Park. It is open to the public during the boating season.

Stone Wharf

Charlestown was established to provide a port at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. The Stone Wharf is a reproduction built on the cribbing of the original wharf. This area, at the corner of Water and Conestoga streets is a designated ‘free fishing’ zone which means you do not need a fishing license to fish off the wharf.

Long Point Park

Located next to Stone Wharf at the corner of Water and Conestoga streets is Long Point Park named for its location on the Northeast River. The flag pole located on this site, is a reproduction of a ship's mast complete with crows nest. Come sit and relax on a park bench and enjoy a beautiful sunset.

Public Boat Ramp

The free public boat ramp, located at Water and Market Streets, is open year round to the public. Free Public parking of boat trailers is allowed in Parking Lot B located at the end of Water Street only. Trailer parking is not allowed along the street or in Veteran's park Lot A.

Public Parking Lots

Lot A – located at Veterans Park and is primarily for vehicle parking for the park or pavilion. Boat trailer parking is prohibited.

Municipal Boat Pier

The Town has a municipal boat pier and rents the slips each year. If you wish to be placed on the waiting list for a slip, please send a written request to Town Hall. All boats using a slip on this pier must be Maryland registered. The maximum boat length permitted will be 26ft overall. The Town Pier boating season is March 15 thru November 30. There are two transient slips available on a 24-hour basis, contact Town Hall for reservation information.

Town Foot Log Park

Town Foot Log Park is located at the corner of Bladen and Conestoga Streets. Cross over the wooden footbridge and enjoy the beach area. Please respect the private property of the residents located on either side of the park as indicated by posted signs.

Park Pavilion and Long Point Park Reservations

Veteran’s Park Pavilion and the Long Point Park areas are available for private functions. The Town requires a small donation to reserve these locations. Contact Town Hall to reserve your date prior to returning the application, with payment, to Town Hall. Click this link for a Reservation Application.

2012

Park Reservation Schedule

Veteran’s Park Pavilion

No reservations made as of 12/15/2011

Long Point Park

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Saturday, April 28, 2012

Saturday, May, 05, 2012

Friday, May 11, 2012

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Friday, May 18, 2012

Saturday, May 19, 2012