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| GENERAL INFO | |
| Address: | 8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122 |
| Phone: | (410) 222-6230 Hotline (410) 222-6239 |
| Hours: | 7:00 a.m. to dusk |
Closed on Tuesdays, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day | |
| Size: | 236 acres |
| Amenities: | visitor center restrooms playground picnic areas pavilions (permit only) indoor room rental (Chesapeake Room Rental) 5 mile paved hike and bike trail nature trails and paths gardens fishing pier dog beach |
| Fees: | view fees |
| Calendar: | monthly calendar |
| Map: | view map |
| Extras: | wedding in the park adopt-an-owl program nature notes park history slideshow frequently asked questions |
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| ABOUT THE PARK | |
| Situated on the Chesapeake Bay, Downs Park offers a variety of natural and recreational activities throughout its 236 acres. Downs Park offers more than five miles of paved and natural trails, including a self-guided nature trail. The park also has a children’s playground, 4 handball courts, 2 ball fields and 3 basketball courts available to visitors on a first-come, first-serve basis. Downs Park has three large pavilions which each accommodate approximately 100 persons and one small pavilion which hold approximately 50 people. A Wedding Garden, a Youth Camping Area and the Chesapeake Room are available for rent. For fees and availability, call the park office at (410) 222-6230. | |
The park property has a rich history which has been preserved by the Downs Park Historical Society. Volunteer groups include the Friends of Downs Park, Garden Volunteers, Volunteers-in-the-Park and the Downs Park Quilters Guild. Entry fees are charged for vehicles entering the park. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. | |
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| PARK HISTORY | |
Downs Park is named after John (Jack) H. Downs, a distinguished public servant of Anne Arundel County, as a tribute to his dedicated service to County citizens. The park is located in the district in which Mr. Downs served as County Councilman. Mr. Downs died in 1976. A monument in his honor is located in front of the visitor center. Read more >> | |
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Downs Park is a unit of the Park Operations Division of the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks. | |
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