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Description
Fort Smallwood Park consists of 90 acres at the tip of the peninsula Fort Smallwood was in use as a military installation from 1890 until 1927, and was one of a series of forts providing an important defense to the approach to Baltimore Harbor. After decommissioning, it became a public park. Habitats here include a sandy beach, a freshwater pond, mature hardwoods and conifers, mowed grassy areas, and a rock jetty. The park offers easy walking with no hills.
Upon arrival, take East Drive toward the water and park near the Battery, which offers good views for waterfowl and other migrants. Check the tall sweetgums and pines for seed-eating species and woodpeckers. Also check the large pond on the east side of the park for ducks, herons, and terns.
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Fort Smallwood Park is a county park in northeastern Anne Arundel County near Riviera Beach and Pasadena. The park is open 7 days a week, 5:30 am to dusk. Daily Pass: $6.00 per vehicle. There are several parkings: click on a P in the map for directions. The park offers many visitor amenities, including a fishing pier, picnic tables, a playground, a swimming beach, and a soft launch for canoes and kayaks.