Annapolis
Maryland's capital is known for historic buildings, including the State House and Naval Academy, and a downtown connected to the waterfront.
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Anne Arundel County
Chesapeake shoreline, inland town centers, and historic Annapolis
Get your bearings
A closer look at the county
Anne Arundel County combines Chesapeake Bay shoreline, river communities, inland town centers, and the state capital of Annapolis.
Its location between Baltimore and Washington brings different travel corridors into one county. Compare individual addresses for public transportation, nearby parks, and water access that matter to your plans.
The county's region plans separate shoreline communities, central areas, and the western corridor into smaller planning geographies. Reading the plan for a particular area can provide context about proposed land use and transportation priorities, but does not guarantee the timing of future projects.
Different places, different starting points
Communities to get to know
Severna Park
The B&A Trail runs through Severna Park, with landmarks including Earleigh Heights Ranger Station and Hatton-Regester Green. The county trail map can help identify the nearest trail entrance and parking.
Local information about Severna Park (Opens in a new tab)Glen Burnie
Part of the county's Region 3 planning area, Glen Burnie includes the northern end of the B&A Trail at Dorsey Road.
Local information about Glen Burnie (Opens in a new tab)Odenton
Odenton Town Center is anchored by a MARC station on the Penn Line. County resources explain its land use and development framework.
Local information about Odenton (Opens in a new tab)Put these places on your list
Quiet Waters Park
Paved woodland trails, art displays, and water views between the South River and Harness Creek. The visitor center includes art galleries, and sculptures are displayed throughout the park.
Plan a visit to Quiet Waters Park (Opens in a new tab)B&A Trail
A paved route following the former Baltimore and Annapolis Railroad between Glen Burnie and Annapolis.
Plan a visit to B&A Trail (Opens in a new tab)Historic London Town and Gardens
A 23 acre destination in Edgewater combining history, archaeology, and gardens along the South River.
Plan a visit to Historic London Town and Gardens (Opens in a new tab)Plan your regular routes
Review county transit routes and MARC station information for Odenton and BWI Rail Station. Compare service days, transfers, and station access for the specific journey rather than assuming a countywide commute time. BWI Rail Station is a station stop, so check any onward airport connection separately when planning air travel.
Research the home and its surroundings
- Research waterfront restrictionsCheck applicable floodplain and Critical Area requirements. Proximity to water does not establish boat, beach, or community access rights. Official resource: Research waterfront restrictions → (Opens in a new tab)
- Confirm parcel and jurisdiction detailsReview official zoning maps and Maryland SDAT records, and confirm which county or municipal office governs the address. Official resource: Confirm parcel and jurisdiction details → (Opens in a new tab)
- Read the applicable region planCounty region plans address land use, environmental protection, transportation, and community design. Use them to understand the planning context, then confirm current zoning and pending applications for the individual parcel. Official resource: Read the applicable region plan → (Opens in a new tab)
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