Although Baltimore is not
specifically known for its recreational amenities, there are
plenty of things to do during your visit. As might be expected,
most of the recreational activities involve fishing and boating
and the Harbor. However, there are also several land activities,
such as golf courses, theaters and horse racing that can enrich
your visit to Charm City.
PARKS
Reedbird Park
201 Reedbird Avenue
410/396-7931
Pool Phone—410/396-8060
HOURS:
Recreational swim hours:
Noon-4:30pm and 5:45pm-7:30pm
Park is open from dawn till dusk
RATES:
Pool Prices: $1 per day, $15 season
pass
Reedbird park has both basketball and tennis courts to go along
with its medium-sized pool. Fishing is permitted as the park runs
along the Patapsco River. Reedbird is a nice place to relax and
enjoy some fishing or a clear view of the grasslands that lie
southwest of the park.
Robert E. Lee Memorial Park
Falls Road at Lakeside
Drive
410/396-7931
HOURS:
Daily, dusk till dawn.
Robert E. Lee Park is the kind of
place where you can enjoy some solitude; perhaps use the open
grass to toss the Frisbee around with friends or your dog, or, as
the park does see a number of people on a daily basis, use the
Frisbee or dog to meet that significant other. With 456.43 acres
to enjoy, this place is great for hiking, jogging or walking, but
beware of scattered dog droppings! The park strays of into
separate almost secluded hiking trails, some of which circle the
lake and offer some fishing. Other paths take you into the woods
and can keep you walking for several miles. The park is known as a
picturesque place to relax or get some exercise.
Canton Waterfront Park
3001 Boston Street, Canton
410/396-7931
HOURS:
Daily from dawn till dusk
RESTRICTIONS:
Dogs on a 6-inch leash, NO swimming
The Canton Waterfront Park serves
as a boat launching spot as well as one of the primary fishing
spots along the Harbor. Aside from some intense fishing the park
is a nice place for a lazy stroll or family picnic. The Park is
home to The Maryland Korean War Memorial, which is a touching
sight in itself. This is one of the more popular hangouts for
locals as well as visitors who want to enjoy the outdoors.
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BOAT CHARTERS
A-1 Schooner Nighthawk Cruises
1715 Thames Street
410/276-7447
HOURS:
Mon-Sat, 9am to 5:30pm
The historic Fell’s Point tall
ship is available for moonlight buffet sails, murder mystery
cruises and wedding ceremonies. Visitors can sail the Patapsco
River and the Inner Harbor aboard the Windjammer Nighthawk, which
travels to Fort McHenry, Federal hill, Harborplace and Key Bridge.
Nighthawk is the charter agent for all vessels on the Eats Coast.
Ticket reservations are strongly recommended.
A-1 Chesapeake Yacht Charters
418 E. 31st
Street
410/467-7778
HOURS:
Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm
***Cash and check only***
This custom yacht charter/broker
company does not offer public cruises, but it does offer
everything from private yachts to large party boats. Some cruises
offer live entertainment and can cater to almost any special
event. Boats launch from the Inner Harbor and sail through
Annapolis, St. Michaels and Rock Hall.
Harbor Cruises
301 Light Street
410/727-3113
HOURS:
Daily, 9am to 5pm
Harbor Cruises boats are docked
along the Inner Harbor and set sail daily for lunch and dinner
cruises. The Bay Lady and Lady Baltimore are the Harbor Cruises
flagships. The ships hold 500 and 400 passengers. Lunch Cruises
($25) set sail from noon to 2pm, Mon-Sat, and noon to 3pm Sun.
Dinner Cruises ($40--$50) launch at 7pm and return at 10pm. The
cruises hold crab feasts Friday evenings from 7pm to 10pm and on
Sundays from noon to 3pm. These are just some of the features of
this popular public and private charter group. No refunds. Call
ahead for reservations.
Clipper City, Inc.
Inner Harbor
410/931-6777
www.sailingship.com
Clipper City is the largest
permanent sailboat in the Harbor. The 158-foot, gaff-rigged,
topsail schooner holds up to 150 passengers. Clipper City offers
both private charters and public charters that last for two hours
Mon-Sat, noon to 3pm, at $12 per person ($2 for kids). On Sundays,
there’s a sailing brunch for $30 per person. Of course, private
charters can last longer are priced higher. The public charters
sail the Harbor and surrounding areas.
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FISHING
Chesapeake Bay Adventures
Inner Harbor
(800) 394-4104
A full-service event company planning yacht charters, sportfishing
charters and destination cruises for groups of all sizes.
Sea Dove Charter
Inner Harbor
410/592-8360
Fishing Charters, sunset and moonlight cruises, day trips or
overnight excursions.
Canton Waterfront Park
3001 Boston Street, Canton
410/396-7931
HOURS:
Daily from dawn till dusk
RESTRICTIONS:
Dogs on a 6-inch leash, NO
swimming
The Canton Waterfront Park serves
as a boat launching spot as well as one of the primary fishing
spots along the Harbor. Aside from some intense fishing the park
is a nice place for a lazy stroll or family picnic. The Park is
home to The Maryland Korean War Memorial, which is a touching
sight in itself. This is one of the more popular hangouts for
locals as well as visitors who want to enjoy the outdoors.
Reedbird Park
201 Reedbird Avenue
410/396-7931
Pool Phone—410/396-8060
HOURS:
Recreational swim hours:
Noon-4:30pm and 5:45pm-7:30pm
Park is open from dawn till dusk
RATES:
Pool Prices: $1 per day,
$15 season pass
Reedbird park has both basketball
and tennis courts to go along with its medium-sized pool. Fishing
is permitted as the park runs along the Patapsco River. Reedbird
is a nice place to relax and enjoy some fishing or just take in
the view of the grasslands that lie southwest of the park.
BALTIMORE RECREATION
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