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Elk Neck

Elk Neck State Park is a public recreation area located between the Chesapeake Bay and the Elk River near the southern tip of the Elk Neck Peninsula in Cecil County, Maryland.

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Nearby Parks Around Elk Neck

Compare nearby parks around Elk Neck when planning alternatives, extensions, or a follow-up trip.

126.2 mi away

Shenandoah

National Park · VA

318.0 mi away

Cuyahoga

National Park · OH

354.5 mi away

Cape Cod

National Park · MA

473.7 mi away

Congaree

National Park · SC

489.5 mi away

Great Smoky

National Park · NC

522.9 mi away

Acadia

National Park · ME

Nearby Points of Interest Around Elk Neck

Explore nearby points of interest around Elk Neck to build stop-level options beyond this park's top picks.

103.8 mi away

Big Spring State Park

The 200-foot-high limestone mesa, and views it offers, are the highlight of this park.

124.6 mi away

Front Royal, Va.

The "Canoe Capital of Virginia" has much more than just paddling to offer.

124.8 mi away

Front Royal Entrance Station

The Front Royal Entrance Station serves as the northernmost entrance to the park.

125.7 mi away

Compton Peak

The fairly steep and rocky ascent of this double-topped peak includes a great example of columnar jointing, a unique geologic feature.

125.7 mi away

Compton Gap

Compton Gap sits at an elevation of 2,415 feet and is a trail access point.

126.1 mi away

Snead Farm Trail

Make a short loop through tranquil forests and past old farm ruins on a hike that will take you back through history.