Outstanding Osprey Quest
Quest information
Smallwood State Park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, but one we’re especially proud of are our Ospreys. The waterfront area of our park is home to at least 3 nesting pair of Osprey each year, and both staff and visitors alike love to watch them. This year our quest is a series of mini-quests to help you learn more about Ospreys while enjoying all of the amenities the park has to offer. You must complete at least 6/10 mini quests to have completed our Outstanding Osprey quest. Some of the activities require internet access, or some basic supplies brought with you, but no worries- there are plenty that don’t require you to bring anything but yourselves and something to write with. You can record your observations on the back of the page if you print the mini quest instructions, or you can just bring a notepad to record your findings. We’d love to see your completed quests, so feel free to send pictures to smallwood.statepark@maryland.gov
Park Information:
Smallwood State Park takes its name from General William Smallwood, a native born Charles Countian. He was the highest ranked Marylander who served in the American Revolutionary War. His house, called Smallwood's Retreat, has been restored and is open to visitors seasonally. The 628 acre park offers a marina, boat launching ramps, a picnic area, camping area, pavilions, a recycled tire playground and nature trails. On occasion, there are craft demonstrations, military exhibitions and other special events.
Address:
2750 Sweden Point Road
Marbury MD 20658
Driving Directions:
Take Route 301 south to La Plata, to west on Route 225 to Route 224. At the light at Route 224 turn left (south). Park entrance is approximately 3 miles on the right.
From Route 210 south towards Indian Head, take a left (east) on Route 225 to Route 224. At the light at Route 224 turn right (south). Park entrance is approximately 3 miles on the right.
