This is the main beach at Elk Neck State Park, a park overlooking Chesapeake Bay. This sandy beach is a great spot for a swim. The water is shallow but swim at your own risk as there are no lifeguards on duty. You can also enjoy a picnic at one of the beach's many picnic areas (some have grills). For your convenience, there is also a restroom, showers, and a park store (open during the summer season). After your picnic, launch your canoe or kayak from the boat launch area just north of the beach or relax in the shade. Fishing is not permitted at the swimming area. Pets are only permitted before Memorial Day and after Labor Day.
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is essential right now. Follow the advice of the health experts. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Heading to the beach should only be considered an option if social distancing practices can be followed. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter the efforts to curb the virus’ spread.
For more information, please visit the World Health Organization public resource on COVID-19.
This is the main beach at Elk Neck State Park, a park overlooking Chesapeake Bay. This sandy beach is a great spot for a swim. The water is shallow but swim at your own risk as there are no lifeguards on duty. You can also enjoy a picnic at one of the beach's many picnic areas (some have grills). For your convenience, there is also a restroom, showers, and a park store (open during the summer season). After your picnic, launch your canoe or kayak from the boat launch area just north of the beach or relax in the shade. Fishing is not permitted at the swimming area. Pets are only permitted before Memorial Day and after Labor Day.
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