Merkle Natural Resources Management Area and Visitor Center
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Alert:
The section of the Critical Area Driving Tour connecting Patuxent River Park - Jug Bay Natural Area to Merkle is closed for bridge construction until spring of 2026.
Prince George's County
Merkle Natural Resources Management Area and Visitor Center
11704 Fenno Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Contact: 443-510-9920
Hours:
Grounds open sunrise to sunset
Frank Oslislo Visitor Center open for viewing by reservation only.
Please contact us at
[email protected] to schedule a visit.
As the wintering ground for the largest concentration of Canada geese on the Chesapeake Bay's western shore, Merkle is one of Maryland's most unique Natural Resource Management Area.
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