Marshy Point Nature Center
Situated on the Upper Chesapeake Bay along Dundee and Saltpeter Creeks, Marshy Point offers stands of old and young forest, open meadows, freshwater wetlands, and a web of tidal creeks and marshes for visitors to enjoy and explore. In combination with adjacent state and federal land, Marshy Point is part of a natural preserve encompassing more than 3,000 acres. Today, Marshy Point Park features over eight miles of hiking trails, two self-guided nature trails, a canoe/kayak launch and pier, a wildlife observation platform, a community garden, and a butterfly garden. The Nature Center is open from 9 am to 5 pm every day (except holidays), and the park is open from sunrise to sunset daily. There are a variety of exhibits and activities to check out around the Nature Center, and staff members are happy to answer any questions.
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