What are the hours at Chesapeake Bay?

Mon: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Tue: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Wed: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Thu: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Fri: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Sat: Closed; Sun: Closed (NPS Chesapeake Bay Office Hours)

Does Chesapeake Bay require a reservation?

No timed-entry or vehicle reservation is required to enter Chesapeake Bay. Individual tours, campgrounds, or backcountry permits may still need to be booked separately.

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Is Chesapeake Bay open right now?

Q: Is Chesapeake Bay open right now?

As of October 14, 2026, Chesapeake Bay is open. No active closures or hazards reported.

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Open

Chesapeake Bay is open.

Why this statusNo active closures or hazards reported.

Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT

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Over 41 million acres are connected through the waters that flow to and through Chesapeake Bay.

Type: National Park Service site
State: DC,DE,MD,NY,PA,VA,WV
Nearest town: Suite 140

About Chesapeake Bay

Over 41 million acres are connected through the waters that flow to and through Chesapeake Bay. The National Park Service strives to connect people to the opportunities and adventures throughout the watershed. Inspiring stewardship across this vast region supports recreation, business, tourism, learning, and a thriving natural resource for all to enjoy.

Visitor info

Address1750 Forest Drive, Suite 140, Annapolis, MD 21401

Phone(410) 260-2470

Websitewww.nps.gov/cbpo/index.htm ↗

Hours

Mon	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tue	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Wed	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Thu	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Fri	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

NPS Chesapeake Bay Office Hours

Getting thereThe Chesapeake Bay office is located off of Aris T. Allen Blvd in Annapolis, Maryland. Traveling east on Route 50, take the exit towards Riva road and 665, Aris T. Allen Blvd. Continue on 665 to Forest drive. Our office is on the left through the first light, across from the Safeway.

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How we read this status

We derive Chesapeake Bay's status from the National Park Service's own alerts and operating hours, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: No active closures or hazards reported. Full method: how we check park status.