Bacon Ridge Natural Area Active Deer Hunt Notice
Please be advised that there is an active deer hunt managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (MDDNR) occurring at the Crownsville Cooperative Wildlife Management Area within Bacon Ridge Natural Area from December 2, 2024 to February 4, 2025. All trail users are encouraged to wear orange or other bright/fluorescent colors during hunting season.
For more information please call MD DNR Wildlife and Heritage Services at (301) 743-5161.
Overview
Bacon Ridge Natural Area in the South River Greenway contains over 1,100 acres of mature forest and wetland, including 630 acres of permanently protected land through a conservation easement between Anne Arundel County, Maryland Environmental Trust, and Scenic Rivers Land Trust.
Over 20 miles of natural surface trails have been constructed in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (MORE), a non-profit organization, and mountain biking and trail-building advocacy club. These multiuse trails are open to hikers, mountain bikers, and pets on leashes. Accessible from the Severn Chapel Parking Area is a mountain bike skills park.
Portable restrooms are available year-round at the Severn Chapel & Hawkins Road Parking Areas.
Resource Conservation & Protection Park Rangers can be reached by calling 410-222-2844
Portable restrooms are available year-round at the Severn Chapel & Hawkins Road Parking Areas.
Resource Conservation & Protection Park Rangers can be reached by calling 410-222-2844
Maps
- Google Map with BRNA Trails
- BRNA Trail Blazes Map - A guide to understanding the painted trail markings at the Bacon Ridge Natural Area.
Parking Areas
Natural Area Rules
- Park is open from dawn to dusk*
- Alcoholic beverages, weapons, hunting, fireworks, metal detecting and littering are prohibited.
- Vehicles are allowed in designated parking areas only and may not park overnight.
- Storage of commercial vehicles/equipment is prohibited.
- Pets must be under the control of their owners, on a leash at all times, and their waste disposed of properly.
- Off road vehicles, dirt bikes, and similar types of vehicles are prohibited.
- Interfering with, removing or disturbing wildlife and natural resources is prohibited.
*Exception: those in compliance with the Bacon Ridge Natural Area - After Hours Night Riding Usage Memorandum of Understanding may remain in the park after dusk, within the agreed upon dates and times.
A complete listing of rules regulations can be found here.