Welcome to

Talbot County Parks and Recreation!

The Talbot County Department of Parks and Recreation (TCDPR) invites you to enjoy the finest natural resources, recreational facilities, and programs available on Maryland's Eastern Shore. We are responsible for public recreation programs, as well as the maintenance, procurement, and development of county-owned recreational facilities. TCDPR also operates the Talbot County Community Center, George Murphy Community Pool, Bay Hundred Community Pool, manages 13 public park sites and 29 public landings.

Our Mission:

The Talbot County Department of Parks and Recreation strives to provide programs, resources, and facilities focusing on supplemental, educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities for all to participate in, leading to an active and healthy lifestyle. TCDPR understands that in order to fulfill its mission we must focus on customer service efforts towards promotion of health, preservation of open spaces, utilizing practices that are environmentally safe, and providing outstanding management of all facilities. These are the standards TCDPR operates by in order to provide residents and visitors with the finest program on Maryland's eastern shore. We bring recreation to life.