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Navy Recreation Center Solomons

Solomons, Maryland · Calvert County

Welcome to the beautiful and inviting Navy Recreation Center (NRC) Solomons. The scenic vistas of the Chesapeake Bay's waterfront are a part of daily life here, and a big reason why this has proven to be a popular and most-sought after location for vacations for our proudly serving military members and their families f…

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About Navy Recreation Center Solomons

Welcome to the beautiful and inviting Navy Recreation Center (NRC) Solomons. The scenic vistas of the Chesapeake Bay's waterfront are a part of daily life here, and a big reason why this has proven to be a popular and most-sought after location for vacations for our proudly serving military members and their families for years. Nestled on a peninsula bounded by the picturesque Patuxent River and the Chesapeake Bay in an area you will soon agree is aptly called "the land of pleasant living," the bay and its rivers play an influence on the local lifestyle, including the choice in leisure pursuits.

How to Get There

Physical Address for NRC Solomons: 13855 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 20688 FROM WASHINGTON, D.C.: Take Interstate 495 to exit 11A. Follow Route 4 South for approximately 75 miles. The Navy Recreation Center Solomons is located in Solomons, MD on the right-hand side just before the Thomas Johnson Bridge. (Trip Time: 1½ hours.) FROM BALTIMORE, MD: Take Interstate 695 south to Route 2 South. Route 2 will turn into route 4 South. Follow for approximately 50 miles. The Navy Recreation Center Solomons is located in Solomons, MD on the right side just before the Thomas Johnson Bridge. (Trip Time: 2 ½ hours.)

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Plan Your Visit to Navy Recreation Center Solomons

Heading to Navy Recreation Center Solomons? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Navy Recreation Center Solomons?

No central reservation system listed for Navy Recreation Center Solomons. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/RA40029) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Navy Recreation Center Solomons?

Physical Address for NRC Solomons: 13855 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 20688 FROM WASHINGTON, D.C.: Take Interstate 495 to exit 11A. Follow Route 4 South for approximately 75 miles. The Navy Recreation Center Solomons is located in Solomons, MD on the right-hand side just before the Thomas Johnson Bridge. (Trip Time: 1½ hours.) FROM BALTIMORE, MD: Take Interstate 695 south to Route 2 South. R…

How do I contact Navy Recreation Center Solomons?

You can reach the park at phone: 410-326-2924 or email: MWRSolomonsLodging@us.navy.mil.