Maryland Land Preservation and Recreation Plan (LPRP)
Planning for the next ten years of land preservation and recreation in Maryland
The Department of Natural Resources has begun planning for the next ten years with an updated Land Preservation and Recreation Plan. It is being developed alongside a State Parks Strategic Plan to guide the
Maryland Park Service’s goals and objectives.
As part of this process, there will be four public events.
- Southern Region –
Bladensburg Waterfront Park Community Day, 4601 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg
April 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Eastern Region –
Salisbury Zoo Earth Day Celebration, 755 South Park Drive, Salisbury
April 26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Western Region –
Hagerstown Farmers Market, 25 W. Church St., Hagerstown
April 27, noon to 4 p.m.
- Central Region –
Nature Day Everywhere, Columbus Pavilion, Druid Hill Park Mansion House Drive, Baltimore
May 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In addition to the events, there is a
survey where residents can share their feedback and you can view the
materials from the event.
About the LPRP
The LPRP identifies essential and contemporary issues impacting outdoor recreation and natural resource protection in Maryland. The plan is developed using public input gathered through surveys, stakeholder meetings and thorough analysis of national, state and local issues impacting recreation and natural resource conservation. The LPRP guides land conservation and development of outdoor recreation opportunities and addresses critical issues identified in the planning process.
The LPRP aims to provide Maryland’s residents and visitors with safe and easily accessible amenities, encourage the enjoyment and stewardship of Maryland’s natural world, and balance outdoor recreation land use with natural and cultural resource protection.
The LPRP serves as Maryland’s Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and qualifies the state to receive funding through the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund.
Find out more about the Land and Water Conservation Fund and assistance grants in Maryland.
Questions about the Maryland Land Preservation and Recreation Plan can be directed to Molly Pickel at
molly.pickel@maryland.gov or 443-223-4302.
Land Preservation and Recreation Plan: 2019-2023
The current LPRP is for 2019-2023.
Click here to download the entire PDF or use the links below to read specific chapters.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Executive Summary
Purpose of this Plan
Key Issues and Recommendations Summary
Chapter 1: Introduction
Purpose of this Plan
Planning Process Overview
Current State of Public Outdoor Recreation in Maryland
Getting People Outdoors is Good for Maryland
Priorities and Goals for the Next Five Years
Chapter 2: Maryland’s Public Parks and Open Spaces
Inventory of Public Outdoor Recreation Sites
Known Usage and Visitation
Key Programs and Policies Guiding Land Conservation
Responding to Contemporary Issues Impacting Land Conservation in Maryland
Partners in Land Conservation and Public Outdoor Recreation
Chapter 3: Research and Trends
Maryland’s Changing Population
Feedback from Marylanders – Surveys and Focus Groups
Level of Service Analysis
Trends Impacting Outdoor Recreation in Maryland
Key Research Findings
Chapter 4: Priorities and Goals for the Next Five Years
Appendices
