Merkle Natural Resources Management Area

Prince George’s · Maryland Department of Natural Resources

A place to get outside.

As the wintering ground for the largest concentration of Canada geese on the Chesapeake Bay's western shore, Merkle is one of Maryland's most unique Natural Resource Management Area.

Official park information

Find your way.

Locations represent park land, not necessarily an entrance. Follow official entrance directions. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This map represents park land. Use the official park map and entrance directions for your journey.

Read before you roam.

THE FIELD GUIDE

How to read park closures & visitor notices

Check the affected area, source, dates, and last verification before planning a Maryland park visit.

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Pests, treatments & Maryland park visits

Understand pest notices, treatment schedules, and the difference between regional guidance and a documented park impact.

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Plan a Maryland park day

A practical sequence for choosing a park, checking access, reading the forecast, and finding official visitor information.

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Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 15, 2026.