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Leonard Campground

Smallwood State Park offers six boat ramps and a pier at Sweden Point Marina, providing excellent access to Mattawoman Creek and the Potomac River for both motorized and paddle craft.

The 628-acre park features a large paved parking lot (140 vehicles), restrooms, picnic areas, and a seasonal concession stand, with daily boat ramp fees of $10 or seasonal passes available.

The park is located less than a mile from Mattawoman Creek's confluence with the Potomac River and operates year-round with extended hours (5 a. m. to sunset April-October, 7 a. m. to sunset November-March).


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