Boyd Pond

Located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland

Boyd Pond is located just outside Jacobsville, Maryland, and spans 52-acres. Baltimore is 26.5 miles northwest, and Washington D.C. is 46 miles southwest.

The closest location for emergency care is the UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 11 miles away. The Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is 19 miles away.

Life on the Water

Boyd Pond has several activities for everyone, like canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing. Anglers can expect blue catfish, white perch, common carp, channel catfish, and snakehead. Boyd Pond has something for everyone to enjoy, like spending the day fishing or going for a leisurely kayak ride around the lake.

Things to Do Around Boyd Pond

Pirate Adventures on the Chesapeake is a great adventure the whole family can enjoy! Hop on the pirate ship and cruise around in search of buried treasure. Live like a pirate and set sail with the whole family!

Visit the Chase Lloyd House and walk through the home of Samuel Chase, who was one of the men who signed the Declaration of Independence. The Lloyd family lived here after Samuel Chase, and they were wealthy plantation owners. Learn all about the history of the home and enjoy its Georgian Architecture.

Fort Howard Park has several playgrounds and pavilions for the whole family to enjoy, all while being right on the water! Learn all about how Fort Howard played a role in the largest invasion in U.S. history on the morning of September 12th, 1814.

Enjoy a bite to eat at local hotspots like Garry’s Grill, Founders Tavern & Grille, or Cafe Mezzanotte.

Visit Baltimore

The Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place is home to the iconic landmark that was the first of its kind dedicated to George Washington. You can climb up the tower for a view of the city or take a tour of the monuments gallery and learn about George Washington and our nation.

Visit the Top of the World Observation Level and enjoy a breath-taking view of Baltimore. Enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime view with friends and family.

Port Discovery Children’s Museum has an abundance of exhibits and programs that are hands-on. This is the perfect place to learn all about the world around you.

After a day exploring the city, enjoy a bite to eat at one of the city’s favorite spots like SoBo Cafe, Stanford Grill, or the Helmand.

For the Lover of Nature

Boyd Pond is the perfect choice for those seeking a leisurely lake experience while still being close to the city!