Solid dog park, large fenced in area for big dogs and a separate one for smaller dogs. Always clean…read moreand well maintained. The issue is there is no water for the dogs so you have to be sure to bring your own.

This was a great stop during a trip. There were many kind dogs and dog owners to visit with and the…read morepark had Plentiful water, seating and restrooms. We would stop here again

Largest dog park I have ever encountered. Four separate sections. Good water supply in all. Sunny…read morebut with shade patches, benches. What more could you ask for?

Great dog park in the SOMD area. Four fenced off field areas, 2 for smaller dogs and 2 for larger…read moredogs. There is a hose with water available in each fenced area, along with poopie bags. Excellent field to run and play, and was very happy to leave with a tuckered our pup! It's nice to have a good community area where dogs and humans can socialize (or not, if that's your thing!). There are a lot of benches, so you can enjoy your human time at the park as well

Ambience: Downs Park is one of those hidden gems that feels…read morelike a deep breath. It's spacious, peaceful, and full of variety. Whether you want to walk along the waterfront, sit on a bench with a view, or just let the breeze hit your face while your kids play. It has a little bit of everything. I've been here at least 5-7 times and still haven't explored it all! Playground: There's something for every age group from a sweet tot lot for the little ones to a multi-level climbing structure with twisty slides that kept my oldest busy for a while. There are swings, a merry-go-round, and plenty of open space to run around or play. Scenic Walks & Waterfront: We usually park near the visitor center (convenient and close to everything!) and stroll down to the pier or relax on the benches with that peaceful waterfront view. You'll find grassy picnic spots, a pier with folks fishing, and even a small beach and separate dog beach. The trails are partly shaded and the breeze coming off the water makes it feel extra calming. Stroller-Friendly: Yes, it's stroller-friendly! The trails are paved, but heads-up: it's not totally flat there are some hills. Still, it's very walkable and manageable with a stroller. Great for littles who need a nap or just want a ride. Extras: Bathrooms are located inside the visitor center, and there's a quiet garden area called Mary's Garden if you need a tranquil reset. I've always had friendly experiences with the park staff when entering and asking questions. Parking is $6 per car and there's usually plenty of space, especially if you don't mind walking a bit. Why I Love It: This park has become one of my go-to spots when we need a peaceful outing. Between the water views, the open space, and the mix of kid-friendly and adult-friendly features, it's just easy to love. Perfect for picnics, gentle mornings, or letting your thoughts wander while the kids play.

This dog beach is smaller than the one in Annapolis, but still is nice. I came here on Memorial Day…read moreand there was quite a lot of dogs. The dog beach rules are pretty much the same as with any other dog beach. Children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No human or dog food allowed on the beach. Humans aren't allowed to swim in the water. And of course, no aggressive dogs. I do wish there was a wash station either at the beach or nearby, which would be very convenient to both human and dog.

We just moved to this area and were thrilled to not only find a dog park, but a large, beautiful…read moredog park that is well kept and is frequented by lovely people and friendly dogs. We're excited to keep coming and getting to know the people and pups! If you live far there is plenty of parking, so no worries about that. Heads up- there is a mud pit on occasion.... but the dogs don't mind :)

My hubby and I are here visiting the DC area. Loved the park. Beautiful park. Well kept and love…read morethat it is free. Everyone seemed to pick up after their dog, which I absolutely loved. Will come back!

This is a phenomenal dog park all the way at the end of the road. They have a small dog section,…read moreseparate from the large dog section. Most patrons are friendly and respectful of dog park etiquette. I have never encountered a reckless owner or aggressive dog. There are benches and chairs and lots of trees that provide shade from the sun. There is a concrete pad with dog bowls and kiddie pools. There is a water hose that you can use to replenish the water bowls and pools. The grass and dirt areas are maintained well. I really like this park!

This is my pups favorite dog park! There's lots of space, like it's massive!, and almost always a…read moregood amount of dogs for him to play with! The hose and small pool let's dogs cool off on hot days as well as shaded, grassy areas. I've seen nothing but respectful owners who are diligent about cleaning up their dogs waste and supervising their fur babies. On hot or dry days it can be a little dusty and if the hose and pool is full it can get a little muddy, so maybe bring a brush or towel if you don't want your seats dirty but I highly recommend it! Also it's usually best to wear shoes or pants that aren't your favorite as some dogs jump up to say hi with wet and dirty paws lol They even have a rack for you to hang your leash and things which is nice to be able to be hands free. It's a bit of a drive for us but with how exhausted he is when we go home it's so worth it!

My wife and I enjoy walking and I also ride my bike in the park. It's well maintain and one of the…read moreonly black history parks in this country.

Lancaster Dog Park - I often bring my dog to the large dog side of the 2 dog parks. The large dog…read moreside is about a acre square, fenced in by a 6ft chain link. Both large and small dog parks are double gated so the dogs cant get out and run off. The area for the small dogs is maybe a third if the size of the large dog side. There is fresh water for your dog to get drinks and there's a poopie bag dispenser so you can clean your mess. Most of the people here pay attention to their dogs behavior and I personally haven't seen a blown out dog fight. Its a good social spot for you and your dog. Not much seating area but there are a few fixed benches in the fenced parks. Parking is usually available and near the park entrances. If your dog needs a energy release, give this place a try.

If you haven't been here with your pup, you may wanna start getting in the car.. head down to…read moreAnnapolis and make it a fun filled day! $6 entry per car to get in to the Quiet Waters Park or you can get the annual pass, I believe $30 if you plan on going plenty of times or every week..haha. The dog beach itself located all the way to towards pavilion 6 (I think) but follow the paw signs and you won't miss it. A short shaded trail walk from the parking area. The beach is gated although if your dog is a good swimmer, may want to make sure they don't go over the rocks divider. Once you finish, there is hose down area before you head back out. Mine needed it big time since he loved to roll around in the sand. Oh well, doggie be doggie! Lol

We stopped by this park on a random day trip to Annapolis. Although we intended to mainly check out…read morethe trails at Quiet Waters, I decided to take a break from our walk and visit the dog park. First, I really appreciated that the park was separated with sections for large and small dogs. Second, the section for the large dogs is pretty large. Unfortunately during our visit, there were no other dogs at the park. While there was plenty of open space, I didn't notice too much shade, which is probably why there were not too many dogs during our early afternoon visit, but I guess that's a minor concern. Although we do not live in Annapolis, I can see us visiting again (even with the $9 entrance fee) as a means to tire out the pup before checking out a local restaurant.

This park is the best dog park I have ever been to. It is a membership only park but well worth the…read moreprice. All of the dogs have been verified that they have had vaccines and you have to submit your photo and a photo of your dog. It is a large park with multiple areas for different size of dogs and areas if you need to move your pup off by themselves. Overall the dogs are well behaved and the owners love their dogs and watch over them. I have meet lots of different dogs and lots of very nice people. Of course with anywhere you can have a few bad eggs but the good way outlays the bad. Great park and I am glad that we have it in our area.

Great place for our doggos. Very well maintained with two separate enclosures; one for small…read moredoggies and one for everybody else. Both areas are very big. We moved here from Texas. Lewes Unleashed is proof positive that not everything in Texas is bigger. This park is WAY BIGGER than both parks we used in Texas.

It is a grate dog park with 3 different pens for dogs to explore in and the park also has a walking…read morepath for people who want to walk there dog . I would definitely give this amazing dog park five stars.

We live in DC but stopped here on the way home from Frederick to let our dog run a bit. Dogs and…read morepeople are super friendly! They were very welcoming. Our dog made some great friends, especially with a 5 month old German Shorthair Pointer. She's definitely tired now and ready to be calm.

Parking is a bit slim. Dont park in the grass. Automatic $50 ticket…read more Overall great place to bring family. Very shallow and calm water since it's Bayside. Beach is roomy. Nice view of the Bay Bridge.

Visited on a Sunday, nice parking area with modern restrooms that were open. Plenty of maintained…read moretrails with different views of the water, woods, marsh areas. Only really issue was trail signage, did not have a map (should have took a picture at entrance) so trail signage was not the greatist. The Map Legend at entrance did not have a legend that we saw so distance was a guess. Overall, nice park, be back in the Summer.