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Greenwell State Park

Greenwell State Park
Photo: Preservation Maryland, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Location
St. Mary's County, Maryland
Nearest town
4.9 miles north of California
Type
State Park
DirectionsOfficial park site ↗

About Greenwell State Park

Rosedale Manor House still stands on the grounds along with the Bonds-Simms tobacco barns complex, remnants of the property's working past. The park sits on the Patuxent River, giving access to fishing, canoeing, and swimming, along with land-based activities like hiking, cycling, horseback riding, and picnicking. Hunting is also permitted within the park.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Greenwell State Park is in St. Mary's County, Maryland, 4.9 miles north of California. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

State parks near Greenwell State Park

Within 60 miles, closest first, straight-line. All 46 in Maryland →

Towns near Greenwell State Park

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.