Sandy Point State Park

There’s no better place to get up-close and personal with nature. The scenic views of magnificent Chesapeake Bay are just the beginning. 

Sandy Point lies within the Atlantic Flyway, so the bird-watching can’t be beat. Around 1 million geese, ducks and swans head to Chesapeake Bay in winter. Shorebirds and songbirds stop for a breather in spring and fall. 

If observing wildlife isn’t your thing, something else in the park is bound to be. Swimming, boating, fishing, crabbing and hiking are just a few possibilities. Kids enjoy the turtles, frogs and snakes on display at the Sandy Point Nature Center. There are always fun interactive exhibits, and children who already know what they want to be when they grow up can dress up as park rangers.