Burba Park Recreation Area
- Location and Amenities
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Address: Roberts Avenue, Llwellyn Avenue, McKay Avenue, and Wilson Street
There are three fishing piers and benches located around the lake for your enjoyment.
The lake is surrounded with a blacktop walking path.The Cottage
( Burba Cottage is open for rental from April 1 through January 1 each year )
- a full kitchen
- a double-door refrigerator
- a microwave
- a oven/stove
- a ice-making machine
- a stage with spot lights and lectern
- assembly hall
- long tables (2.5x 8)
- round tables (60" dia.)
- indoor restrooms (1 female, 1 male, 1 handicap)
- serving line in kitchen
- cabinets and counter space
- central air and heating system
- accommodations for 75-150 people
- chairs
- outside patio and large charcoal grill
- horseshoe pit
Outside Picnic Pavilions
( Open for rental from April 15 through October 15 each year )
- volleyball court (net and ball is provided)
- softball field (bats, bases, balls are provide)
- horseshoe pits (stakes, shoes provided)
- volleyball court (net, ball provided)
- horseshoe pits (stakes, shoes provided)
All pavilions come with a charcoal grill, electrical outlets, water fountain, picnic benches/tables.
Note: These are self clean facilities. Inspections and checklists will be done before and after usage. Fees will be assessed for deficiencies.
- Burba Lake Fishing
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Burba Lake is open for fishing. All state regulations is in effect. For more information please call +1(301)677-3810
Fishing is allowed in Burba lake. Local fishing permit is required for adults. Burba lake is stocked yearly. There is no swimming or boating on the lake.
- Fees and Policies
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Pavilions and the cottage are for use by eligible persons. Reservations can be made at Building 2300 Wilson Street, +1(301) 677-6196 The possibility of advance reservation depends on the patron's status and the type of function.
Fees effective Jun. 1, 2018
Pavilions 1 and 3 (open Apr. 15-Oct. 15) all come with the following items (located in a locked box behind the backstop of each softball field area):
Softball Set: 2 bats, 3 balls, and 4 bases.
Volleyball Set: 1 volleyball and net set up in the area.
Horseshoe set: 4 horseshoes, 2 stakes, and 1 mallet
1 broom and 1 dustpan.
These two pavilions cost $100 each, per day for Active Duty, Reservists, Retired, DOD Civilians, and Registered Private Organizations.
Pavilions 2, 4 and 5 (open Apr. 15-Oct. 15) all come with the following items (located in a locked box behind the backstop of each area):
Volleyball set: 1 volleyball and net set up in the area.
Horseshoe set: 4 horseshoes, 2 stakes, and one mallet.
1 broom and 1 dustpan.
These three pavilions cost $80 each, per day for Active Duty, Reservists, Retired, DOD Civilians, and Registered Private Organizations.
The cottage* is $300 (open Apr. 1-Dec. 31) for Active Duty Reservists, Retired, DOD Civilians, and Registered Private Organizations. (Maximum capacity is 150)
The cottage is equipped with the following items:
11 long tables (2.5'x8')
14 round tables (60")
150 chairs
Horseshoe set: 4 horseshoes and 2 stakes.
1 Push broom
1 Broom w/dust pan
4 Mops and 2 buckets
4 Fire extinguishers
Garbage Cans: 3 large in the kitchen and 1 in each bathroom
Kitchen
StageUse of the facilities is by reservation only and can be made through our office; use of areas is subject to eligibility and availability.
* A $200 Cleaning Deposit is required upon reservation.Cancellation Fee: $20
Burba Park Recreation Area (PDF)
Reservation Guidelines
- Reservations must be made in person.
- Burba Cottage is availble from Apr. 1 through Dec. 31.
- Burba Pavilions are available from Apr. 15 through October 15.
- Arrangements can be made for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Reservations are being accepted for Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military, and DoD Civilians.
- Sponsor Responsibility
Cabin and Pavilion Reservations
| Monday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
Contact
2300 Wilson St., Bldg. 2300
Fort Meade, MD 20755
Google Map
Tel:
+1(301)677-3029
Military DSN Tel:
(312)622-3029
Burba Park includes six lakeside locations perfect for family functions or unit/organization picnics. Outdoor pavilion include, tables, benches, grills, horseshoe pits, a softball field and a volleyball court. The cottage location features tables, chairs, and a well-equipped kitchen.
Burba Park Recreational Area Map (PDF)
