Birding

Get out and go birding! Charles County has the third highest percentage of forest land in Maryland - and that provides a wonderful habitat for birds and nature viewing.  Add to this our many miles of shoreline, being in the middle of the migrating bird Atlantic Flyway, you get the best ingredients for exciting nature and birding experiences throughout the year. 

Enjoy and learn about the many beautiful flora and fauna here! Try to identify over 140 bird species that are documented in Charles County, or….just get out and enjoy the beautiful gift around us.  

Below we highlight birding and nature spots at Charles County that you don’t want to miss!  For more great birding locations in Charles County go to https://ebird.org/hotspots and zoom in, a wonderful tool for where to go. You can also check out Maryland's Guide to Birding!

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    Chapel Point Park

    Multi-use park that boasts a waterfront on the beautiful Port Tobacco River.
  • Chicamuxen WMA

    Chicamuxen WMA

    Prime marshlands and uplands for the outdoorsman.
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    Gilbert Run Park

    This family friendly park offers playgrounds, fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle boats & more!
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    Indian Creek NRMA

    Indian Creek NRMA offers birding, hunting, & fishing.
  • Indian Head Rail Trail

    Indian Head Rail Trail

    This 13-mile bike trail is a unique opportunity to enjoy undeveloped natural areas.
  • Mallows Bay

    Mallows Bay Park

    Paddle through the WWI Ghost Fleet, the largest ship graveyard in the Western Hemisphere.
  • Mattawoman Creek

    Mattawoman State Natural Environmental Area

    Paddle Mattawoman Creek and experience the Chesapeake Bay in miniature.
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    Port Tobacco River Park

    Home to the Eagle Cam, this park offers 3 miles of trails and an abundance of bird watching.