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Accessible outdoor activities, recreation passes, and local community connections
Accessibility in Maryland State Parks
Accessibility in Maryland State Parks
Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources provides information about accessibility at state parks and other public lands. Its activity listings can help visitors find accessible trails, recreation opportunities, and adaptive equipment. Because terrain, facilities, and equipment differ from one location to another, a park’s listing is a starting point for planning a visit.
How to plan: Choose the activity you want to do, read the details for the specific park, and contact that park before traveling to confirm current conditions, equipment availability, reservations, and any support you may need. Ask about the full route from parking to the activity, including restrooms and other facilities important to your visit.
Helpful links: Access for All · Accessible activities · Accessible park trails · Adaptive recreation equipment.
Maryland Universal Disability Pass
Maryland Universal Disability Pass
Maryland’s Universal Disability Pass is a free lifetime pass for eligible people with disabilities. It provides entrance to public lands managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources for the passholder and one accompanying person. It does not cover separate charges such as camping, rentals, boat launches, or other special fees.
How to start: Read the state’s eligibility and application information and complete the linked application. If you have questions about documentation or where to submit it, contact a Maryland DNR regional service center. For a park with an electronic gate, ask the park office how to use the pass there.
Helpful links: Universal Disability Pass details and application · Application instructions · Maryland public lands accessibility.
National Parks Access Pass
National Parks Access Pass
The federal Access Pass is available to U.S. citizens and residents of any age who meet the permanent disability requirements. The pass covers entrance or standard amenity fees at participating federal recreation sites under the program’s rules. It is a useful option for someone who visits national parks or other participating federal lands.
How to get one: Review the National Park Service’s eligibility and documentation requirements. You can obtain a pass in person at participating federal sites or use the available online options. The National Park Service recommends planning ahead if you order a physical pass by mail. Check each site for accessibility details and charges the pass may not cover.
Helpful links: Access Pass eligibility and ways to get one · Federal recreation passes · National Park Service accessibility information.
Harford County Office of Disability Services
Harford County Office of Disability Services
Harford County’s Office of Disability Services is a local point of contact for disability-related information, accessibility, and inclusion in county life. It can help residents identify county initiatives and community resources and learn whom to contact about participation or access concerns. Because it is local, it is a useful place to ask about opportunities and services specific to Harford County.
How to start: Review the office’s page and contact it with a specific question, such as finding local resources, participating in county activities, or identifying the right county department for an accessibility concern. Describe the accommodation or information you need so staff can direct you appropriately.
Helpful links: Office of Disability Services · Harford County government.
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