TOWN PARKS & PUBLIC FACILITIES


Athletic Complex:
This complex contains a ball field, basketball and tennis courts, and a walking track. Parking is available off Frederick Street. Charlestown Athletic Complex Charlestown Athletic Complex - Softball Field
 

Fair Green Park:
Fair Green Park - Ship PlaygroundThis park, located behind Town Hall, is geared toward the young children of the Town. The Town has a pavilion for picnickers. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED 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 NOT ALLOWED IN THIS PARK.
 

Stone Wharf:
Stone WharfThe main reason Charlestown was established was 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.
 

Public Boat Ramp:
The free public boat ramp, located at Water and Market Streets, is open year round to the public. Public parking of boat trailers is allowed in Parking Lot B only and requires a town boat trailer parking permit. Contact the Town Hall for permit information.
 

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.
Lot B - located at the corner of Water and Louisa Lane, this lot is for both vehicle and boat trailer parking. Boat trailers require a parking permit. For permit information, contact the Town Hall.
 

Municipal Boat Pier:

The Town has a municipal boat pier and rents the slips each year. If you wish to be placed on a waiting list for a slip, please call Town Hall. All boats using a slip on this pier must be Maryland registered.
 

Comfort Station:
This is a public restroom facility located at Veterans Park. It is open to the public during the boating season