Maryland State Parks

Besides local parks, the State of Maryland has some parks it maintains in Anne Arundel County. There are 3 of them. The images and information are courtesy of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Be sure to check out the rules for State Parks before heading out so you can properly enjoy your park experience.

Visit Maryland published this magazine called Destination Maryland, and in it there was 2 pages of the State Parks, and the amenities each one offers.  I've included those at the bottom. 
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Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden

"Representations of the state’s various geographic areas are featured in this five-acre garden. They include a Western Maryland forest, a streamside environment and an Eastern Shore peninsula. In addition, the barrier-free garden contains pleasant ponds; a raised planter with plants of varied textures, tastes and fragrances; and many cultivated plantings."
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Franklin Point State Park
 
​"Franklin Point State Park is a beautiful 477 acre peninsula nestled among the Chesapeake Bay, Deep Creek and Flag Pond, in scenic southern Anne Arundel County. The Maryland Park Service has partnered with community members represented by the West/Rhode Riverkeeper staff to improve access to this natural waterfront property."

Sandy Point State Park

Sandy Point State Park is very popular in Anne Arundel County. Especially during the summer, it's beaches can reach capacity and the park will close down.  Besides the beaches, wildlife and bird watching is popular, as well as boating, fishing, and crabbing.  There's pavilions to rent as well.  In the winter, Sandy Point State Park is home to the Lights on the Bay.