The park's stone fountain is a restored remnant from the original Bay Shore Amusement Park's central plaza.
The Black Marsh area is a significant habitat for the endangered state-listed birds, including the least bittern.
During the amusement park era, the site featured a famous wooden roller coaster known as the 'Greyhound.'
The park's geography includes a rare 'piscary' or fish-breeding pond that predates the amusement park structures.
Multiple stone foundations from early 20th-century entertainment rides are still visible along the main trail loops.
North Point State Park occupies the former site of the Bay Shore Amusement Park, which operated between 1906 and 1947. The park is situated on the Chesapeake Bay, featuring over 1,300 acres of waterfront property, salt marshes, and tidal wetlands. Visitors can access the Black Marsh Wildlands, a designated area known for its diverse bird population and dense forest trails. The historic trolley station, a remnant of the amusement park era, remains on-site as a preserved structure. A sandy beach area is available for seasonal use, though swimming is prohibited in the Chesapeake Bay waters at this location. The park maintains several miles of hiking trails that wind through both coastal and wooded environments. Anglers frequently utilize the park's fishing pier to access the bay's shallow-water species.
The historic brick trolley station near the entrance, which provides a nostalgic architectural contrast to the surrounding natural scenery.
Bring binoculars to spot osprey and migratory waterfowl near the salt marshes.
Wear insect repellent, as the marshy environment supports a high mosquito population during summer months.
Stick to marked trails to avoid the dense, protected bramble of the Black Marsh ecosystem.
Do not attempt to swim in the Chesapeake Bay at this location, as the shoreline is not monitored for water safety or life-saving.
Park grounds may experience temporary access limitations during extreme high tide events or severe weather impacting the low-lying marsh trails.
Stay on marked trails to protect sensitive wetland habitats and observe all posted 'no swimming' signage.
