Black Walnut Point Natural Resources Management Area (NRMA) is located on the southern tip of Tilghman Island in Talbot County. The 53-acre site is operated by the Maryland Park Service.

A privately operated bed and breakfast, the Black Walnut Point Inn, is located on a 6-acre portion of the property and is not open for general public visitation.

Visitors to the NRMA will enjoy walking along the gravel road and paths with excellent views across the Chesapeake Bay toward the western shore. A wide variety of ducks and other bird species can be observed, including osprey and bald eagles which are both noted for building nests in the area.

Fishing is available for a variety of brackish water species including rockfish, perch and bluefish. Pets are permitted.

 

The Black Walnut Point NRMA is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Parking is not permitted on the facility, but vehicles can be parked a short distance away in a Talbot County maintained parking area.

For more information, please call the Tuckahoe State Park headquarters at 410-820-1668.