Broad Creek Park

1A Harry S Truman Pkwy
Annapolis, MD 21401

Important Safety Information: E-Bikes, E-Motos, and E-Scooters

To learn more about about Anne Arundel County Police Department's Operation C.A.R.E Safety Campaign (E-Bike, E-Moto, and E-Scooter), visit Operation C.A.R.E.

Broad Creek Park is a 91 acre natural area park west of Annapolis, Maryland, situated on Broad Creek, a tributary of the South River. Approximately 5 miles of natural surface trails are open to hikers, runners, nature lovers, and pets on leashes.

In 2023 Arundel Rivers Federation completed a floodplain reconnection and stream restoration project here at Broad Creek Park. This restoration technique aims to slow, spread, and sink water rushing through the floodplain through installation of clay plugs, thousands of native trees, shrubs, grasses, and flowers, and intentionally lain fallen trees and woody debris. This project filters nutrient pollution through vegetation and traps sediment while also creating high-value habitat. The result? Cooler, cleaner water carrying less pollution to our rivers at a slower, stable pace.

Resource Conservation & Protection Park Rangers can be reached by calling (410) 222-2844.


Explore the Park

With approximately 5 miles of leash-pet-friendly natural trails, Broad Creek Park welcomes hikers, runners, and nature enthusiasts of all kinds.


Primary Trailhead & Parking Area

(Behind Recreation & Parks Headquarters)
1 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401

Secondary Trailhead & Parking Area

(Behind Health Department Headquarters)
3 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401

Trailhead & Parking Area

Broad Creek Park can also be accessed behind Annapolis High School. Please follow all relevant Board of Education rules and regulations regarding parking and field access, and please note that access may be restricted due to school or athletic events.


  • The park is open sunrise to sunset.
  • Pets must be under the control of their owners, on a leash at all times, and their waste must be disposed of properly.
  • Vehicles are allowed in designated parking areas only and may not park overnight.

The following are PROHIBITED at the park:

  • Alcoholic beverages. 
  • Off-road vehicles, dirt bikes, and similar types of vehicles. 
  • Weapons, hunting, fireworks, metal detecting, and littering. 
  • Interfering with, removing, or disturbing wildlife and natural resources. 
  • Storage of commercial vehicles/equipment.

Park and trail rules and regulations, including the E-Bike and photography policies, are available here.