Closings, Cancellations, & Delays

Listed below are the programs, facilities, and events that have an impact to their operations or have been cancelled/delayed:

Notice

Arundel Olympic Swim Center - Facility Maintenance Closure

The Arundel Olympic Swim Center will be closed from Monday, August 11, 2025 and reopen Tuesday, September 2, 2025, for annual facility maintenance.

Notice

Discovery Village

Anne Arundel County no longer leases the Discovery Village Boat Ramp. The County currently has a partnership with Parish Creek Landing (4819 Woods Wharf Road, Shady Side, MD) offering free public boat ramp water access through the remainder of the 2025 boating season. The department is also exploring multiple options to ensure that long-term boat ramp access remains available in this area.

Notice

Downs Park Photography Notice

Recreation and Parks has implemented a new photograph policy at Downs Park. This is a pilot program and does not apply to other regional or community parks at this time.

Notice

Jonas & Catharine Anne Green Park - Park Closure at dusk

Effective starting on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, night fishing will no longer be permitted at Jonas & Catharine Anne Green Park.  
 

Service Disruption

Lake Waterford Park Restroom Facilities Closure

Starting Wednesday, June 4, 2025, the restroom facilities at Lake Waterford Park will be closed for renovations. Portable restrooms are available on-site for patron use during this time.

Notice

Quiet Waters Spray Notice

On Monday, August 25, and Tuesday, August 26, Deep Repellent will be applied to portions of the formal gardens located between the Visitor Center and the Blue Heron Center. Visitors may experience an unpleasant odor. Information on the product to be applied can be found at the following link: https://bobbex.com/product/bobbex-deer-repellent-quart-concentrated-spray/

Closed

Spriggs Farm Park Water Access Closure

Water access to the Magothy River at Spriggs Farm Park is currently closed due to shoreline restoration work. The park remains open, though the coded gate leading to the water is not accessible at this time. The project is expected to be completed by the Summer of 2025. If you have any questions, please contact the park office at 410-222-3407.