Annapolis area residents can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and the grace of nature at its many community parks and trails. With more than 30 parks and on more than 200 acres of park land, Annapolis is dedicated to the leisure interests of its residents. The parks and trails have a positive influence of the quality of life in Annapolis. To learn more about how you can become a friend of the Annapolis City parks, please review our
Friends of Parks brochure.
Please refer to our one page listing of Recreational Areas and Open Spaces in the City of Annapolis. Learn about the Art in Public Places Commission for the City of Annapolis.
Community Wildlife Habitat Program in Annapolis - Working Each Day to Enhance the Bay - an initiative through the National Wildlife Federation. Learn how you can become a part of this program by e-mailing Marisa Wittlinger.
As spring continues in the City of Annapolis, we invite you to get outside in the great weather for outdoor activities! Temperatures are starting to get warmer and the days are getting longer as we head towards summer. Please follow these reminders about using the public resources in your City neighborhood:
• Park hours are sunrise to sunset.
• Pets that are leashed are welcome in the parks, but please clean up after your pet
• Alcohol is not permitted on park property
• Do not litter in the parks -- help keep our parks clean for everyone’s enjoyment.
If you have any maintenance questions or concerns, please report them to the Parks Maintenance Division at 410.263.7993. When leaving a message, please be sure to state the park location and a brief description of the situation.
Picnic Pavilions are available for Rental
Truxtun Park has three (3) picnic pavilions available for rent year round. Groups of 10 or more must obtain a permit in advance. The maximum size group the pavilions will accommodate is 50 people. Pavilions are rented on a first come, first serve basis. For the safety and enjoyment for all park users, moon bounces nor amplified music are not permitted. Parks/pavilions close at sunset, therefore groups must vacate before that time. To reserve a pavilion, contact the Annapolis Recreation and Parks Department PMRC (273 Hilltop Lane) or call 410.263.7958. Payment is required into order to hold your reservation.
Truxtun Park Boat Ramp 
The Truxtun Park boat ramp is open year round from 5 a.m. until 8 p.m. Two, concrete ramps are available. There is a $5 fee per launch payable via Visa/MasterCard or annual pass only. No cash is accepted at the park. Fees apply all days of the year to any vessel launched from the ramps. No commercial use of ramp or beach area is permitted without written authorization. There is an ADA accessible parking spot adjacent to the boat ramps and an ADA walkway connecting a floating “L” shaped dock for boarding boats, canoes or kayaks. Annual passes are only sold in person at PMRC. Passes are valid during the City’s fiscal year (July 1st – June 30th). Daytime parking for vehicles/trailers and restroom facilities are available at the park.