Allen Pond Park
301-809-3011
Allen Pond Park is in the heart of Bowie, not far from the Bowie Town Center. The 85-acre park is one of the most diverse in the area, with everything from horeshoes to ice skating available. There is an amphitheater, trails, playgrounds, a skate park and athletic fields (use by permit only). There is also a stocked, 10-acre fishing pond, which requires a permit for any person over 16.
- Handicap Accessible: Ramp at the dock, two playgrounds, and an accesible fitness cluster
- Parking: Free lot
- Private events: Yes
- Are there any interesting facts about this location?: In early 2010, a plan was unveiled to overhaul the park to make it more accessible and improve the look and functionality of the amphitheater.
- Features: Athletic fields, Benches, Concert stage, Grills, Picnic tables, Playgrounds, Skating rink
- Services: Restrooms
- Permit requirements: Persons 16 years of age and older must have a Maryland fishing license.
- Restrictions: No alcohol
- Area: 85 acres
- Features: Fountain, Horseshoes, Jungle gym, Merry-go-round, See-saw, Slides, Swings
- Facilities (playgrounds): Benches, Restrooms, Tables
- Outdoor/indoor: Outdoor
- Facilities: Baseball/softball fields, Basketball courts, Football/soccer/lacrosse fields, Hockey/skating rink, Rowing/boating/sailing, Skate park, Tennis courts, Volleyball courts
- Facility types: Indoor, Outdoor
- Features: Picnic areas
- Restrictions: No alcohol