Jug Bay Natural Area

Closure Alert: Construction

The Critical Area Driving Tour at Jug Bay Natural Area will be closed for bridge construction December 2025 through March 2026.

CAUTION:

Due to recent storm damage, downed trees may cause trail blockages at Jug Bay Natural Area. Thank you for your patience as we clear the trails.

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Temporary Closure: Jackson’s Landing Boat Ramp and Facilities

Temporary Closure: Jackson’s Landing Boat Ramp and Facilities

Please be advised that beginning Tuesday, June 24, 2025, the boat ramp, fishing pier, and soft launch at Jackson’s Landing (Jug Bay Natural Area) will be closed for construction for several months. Canoe and kayak rentals will also be unavailable during this time.
We anticipate reopening in late fall 2025. During the closure, we encourage visitors to use the following alternative access points:

Selby’s Landing at Jug Bay Natural Area & Boat Ramp, Soft Launch, and Small Fishing Pier
Mount Calvert Historical and Archaeological Park Soft Launch (paddlers only)

The Visitors Center will remain open during normal operating hours.

Campsite Closure

Campsites A-D and Canoe Camp are closed January 1-March 31

Jug Bay Natural Area

16000 Croom Airport Road
Upper Marlboro, MD

Amenities
  • icon of an amphitheater
  • Icon of a bike next to a bike rack
  • Icon of a speedboat on a boat ramp
  • Icon of a tent symbolizing camping
  • Icon of a person canoeing on water
  • Icon of a fishing pole with a fish on the line
  • Icon of a person kayaking
  • Icon of the letter P symbolizing parking
  • Icon of a picnic table under a shelter
  • Icon of a picnic table
  • Icons of male, female, and indeterminate gender figures, representing restrooms
  • Icon of a person hiking
  • Icon featuring tall grasses next to water
16000 Croom Airport Road
Upper Marlboro, MD
Hours:
Mon-Sun : 8am - Dusk
Size: 1850 Acres

Amenities

  • icon of an amphitheater
  • Icon of a bike next to a bike rack
  • Icon of a speedboat on a boat ramp
  • Icon of a tent symbolizing camping
  • Icon of a person canoeing on water
  • Icon of a fishing pole with a fish on the line
  • Icon of a person kayaking
  • Icon of the letter P symbolizing parking
  • Icon of a picnic table under a shelter
  • Icon of a picnic table
  • Icons of male, female, and indeterminate gender figures, representing restrooms
  • Icon of a person hiking
  • Icon featuring tall grasses next to water

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