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Harford County Seeks Public Input on Plans for 1,200-Acre County Park
The county owned property between Aberdeen and Havre de Grace features more than two miles of waterfront along the Chesapeake Bay
Harford County is seeking public input on plans for a park system on the Oakington Peninsula between Aberdeen and Havre de Grace. The 1,200-acre county-owned property features natural and historical resources and more than two miles of waterfront along the Chesapeake Bay.
Public comments are welcome at an in-person meeting from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5 at the Havre de Grace Activity Center at 351 Lewis Lane. Comments will also be accepted by email through June 30 at pr@harfordcountymd.gov. Please use the subject line “Oakington Park System.”
As part of its planning process, Harford County Parks and Recreation first conducted an assessment of the property which includes Swan Harbor Farm, the Carlson-Feltman Conservation Area, Belle Vue Farm, Eleanor and Millard Tydings Park and the Mullins property. A focus group comprised of community, municipal, historic, and environmental groups, and individuals with specific knowledge of the properties then developed summary reports for public review. The site assessment and focus group summary reports are on the county website at
Oakington Peninsula Park System Master Plan | Harford County, MD (harfordcountymd.gov)
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“I encourage Harford County citizens to review the information online and share their thoughts and ideas with us for the future Oakington Peninsula Park System,” County Executive Bob Cassilly said. “With everyone’s help, this property has the potential for a system of waterfront trails and other uses that will make it a crown jewel in the mid-Atlantic region.”
