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Thomas Point Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 334 Google reviews · Running trail in Annapolis, Maryland · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Thomas Point Park'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.
Quaint waterfront park with bay & river fishing, ambling paved trails & green expanses.
What runners say about Thomas Point Park
“Nice place to visit for scenic water and nature views but didn't find too many trails or other options for exploring on my short visit.”
“It was a very pretty walk out to the point where there is a Pavillion you can rent through Quiet Waters Park.”
A gem of a park, but a complete pain to get to. You’ll drive through a neighborhood of ritzy bayfront homes before you arrive at the gate. From there, it’s maybe 1/4 mile or so to the point but it’s an unpaved one lane road full of potholes.
An historic Anne Arundel County park, it is part of Chesapeake Bay Heritage. Beautiful, natural scenery, with plenty of waterfowl and wildlife. Great for walking, picnicking, and fishing. Great longviews of the Thomas Point lighthouse and Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Nice place to visit for scenic water and nature views but didn't find too many trails or other options for exploring on my short visit. Bring a camera and lunch for a beautiful rest along the bay. Say hi to Dino for me!
Great park to see the dinosaur and fish, bike, or walk. The gate is usually open and there are great views of the bay and Bay bridge from the point.
Trail conditions & character
“Nice place to visit for scenic water and nature views but didn't find too many trails or other options for exploring on my short visit.”
“The park itself is nothing special, some picnic tables that have seen better days, limited parking and some benches.”
“It was a very pretty walk out to the point where there is a Pavillion you can rent through Quiet Waters Park.”
“It’s almost as if this is intended to keep people away by making it as inaccessible as possible.”
Plan your run at Thomas Point Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteaacounty.org
- Phone(410) 222-1777
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
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