In 1634, the first English settlers to arrive in Maryland landed here. The 40-acre park is dedicated to them. Weekend tours offered during season (May-September). Fishing and hiking. Home to Blackistone Lighthouse. Accessible by boat only.
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Offers visitors the experience of seeing history being discovered by archaeologists working on an active excavation, who uncover relics from American Indians, a colonial town and a tobacco plantation. A National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site.
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Maryland's premier paddle destination located on Back Creek at Nautilus Point and Harness Creek in Quiet Waters Park, providing stand-up paddle board and kayak rentals, lessons, tours, camps, fitness, and more.
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Charter fishing on the Chesapeake Bay.
On August 28, 1963, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech, and segregation ended at Gwynn Oak Amusement Park, which once occupied this site, after 10 years of protests and demonstrations.
Great equestrian events are held throughout the year at Oak Ridge Park. Throughout the year organizations such as the 4-H Mounted Warriors, Potomac Valley Dress Association are among many other groups who hold their events at this venue.