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Greenbury Point Nature Center

4.5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Running trail in Annapolis, Maryland · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shape
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Greenbury Point Nature Center's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

ScenicDog-friendly

What runners say about Greenbury Point Nature Center

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (27 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“Trails aren't labeled in all break-off's, can be muddy, but otherwise an easy walk with beautiful views.”

Great place to walk your dog! I strongly advise folks to pick up their dog’s poop! Makes others appreciate their time in nature and ensures that pet owners don’t get a bad name in this unique estuary environment!

★★★★★ — Jt , Mar 2019

Beautiful park located past the Naval Academy Golf Course. I love the trails and beautiful views. They have a nice Dog Park. There is a small picnic area with grills to cook.

★★★★★ — Linda , Jun 2023

6 hour Annapolis Striders eternal winter run held here. A nice place to run. Ran 33 miles or 13 laps.

★★★★★ — V , Mar 2024

Nice green space with great views. But if you dont catch it on the days when the Navy opens the gates out to the point where the towers are, the smaller nature trail is pretty limited. So check the access schedule before you go.

★★★★☆ — Larry , Sep 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🐕 Dog-friendly 12 mentions

“Dogs 'on a leash' are allowed on all the trails and you're expected to pick up and pack out your dogs waste.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 9 mentions

“Trails aren't labeled in all break-off's, can be muddy, but otherwise an easy walk with beautiful views.”

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The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitendw.cnic.navy.mil

Hours

Monday 5 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–8 PM
Thursday 5 AM–8 PM
Friday 5 AM–8 PM
Saturday 5 AM–8 PM
Sunday 5 AM–8 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Greenbury Point Nature Center

Greenbury Point Nature Center, Annapolis, MD 21402

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.