[5] The park grounds include the Sandy Point Farmhouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

[6] The historic Sandy Point Shoal Lighthouse stands in about five feet of water some 1,000 yards (910 m) east of the park's beach.

[8] The park offers swimming beaches, fishing, crabbing, hiking, wildlife viewing, nature center, picnicking, marina store, and boat rentals.

The historic Sandy Point Farmhouse may be viewed from the main park road and is only open to the public on special occasions.

[6] In January, the park hosts the annual Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge, where participants run into the Chesapeake Bay to raise money for Special Olympics.