Most activities require a reservation or permit. Brenda Emanuelle Tours of Conowingo Dam and the biggest fish lift in the United States are available by appointment. A public swimming pool is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park features a 300 acre fresh water impoundment and is dedicated to outdoor recreation and environmental education. Nature programs are offered on a prearranged basis in a wide array of topics.
Featured activities relate to lake ecology, fishing, and aquatic conservation.
Pavilions may be utilized on an advance reservation basis. Other facilities include a wooden grist mill dating to the 18th century, a picnic area, a playground, and a nature trail. Admission is charged. Group discounts are available with a reservation. Ranger on Duty Pocomoke River State Forest and Park has two developed areas.