Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
1361 Wrighton Rd, Lothian, MD 20711
1,700 acres · 8 miles of trails
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Lothian offers leashed dogs shaded Patuxent River trails, water features, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. This 1,700-acre preserve charges a small entry fee. Wear bug spray for wetland conditions.
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- Park
- Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Lothian, Maryland
- Coordinates
- 38.7794, -76.7081
- Size
- 1,700 acres
- Trail miles
- 8
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.7 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 420 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,700 acres of room
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Dog policy
1,700-acre Anne Arundel County wetlands preserve on Patuxent River. Leashed dogs on trails (small entry fee).
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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