PRESERVING & PROTECTING WATERWAY ACCESS
Mathews Land Conservancy
MLC Celebrates 30 Years
Formed in 1994 the Mathews Land Conservancy relies solely on private donations, grants and use fees for general operations as well as property maintenance, improvements and project construction. We could use your help. Learn more about us today.
A 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to preserving and protecting waterway access for public use, benefit, and education in Mathews County.
We partner with local and regional organizations to highlight assets for economic opportunities and host community events for the public.
The Mathews Land Conservancy it's partners are the proud stewards of four waterfront public access sites.
Your support will help fulfill our mission to provide public access and use to some of Mathews County's most beautiful waterfront assets.
Championing Waterway Conservation
Our mission is to preserve and protect waterway access for public use, events, benefit, and education. We are dedicated to showcasing the properties we have preserved and offered to the community of Mathews, and to share about our ongoing efforts to create a state-of-the-art rowing and environmental center through our capital campaign.
Learn more about the history of Williams Wharf and what plans we have for the future.
173%
Grants increased 173% providing resources for both capital projects and program improvements for MLC.
196%
Event Revenue increased 196% from various local/regional groups. PATW Summer Series with record turnout to enjoy regional bands, local food trucks, and relax along the East River.
8M
Over $8 million has been invested in the shoreline and the environmental restoration of Williams Wharf.
400
Williams Wharf Landing spans 400 years of history from a major port of entry for the Chesapeake Bay, to public use facility.
3,000+
Over 3,000 people participated events at Williams Wharf in 2024, for community events.
214
Roughly 214 community events are held at the public landings owned by the Mathews Land Conservancy annually.
MATHEWS LAND CONSERVANCY
Public Access Sites
Public Access
OPEN DAILY SUNRISE TO SUNSET
Williams Wharf Landing
This waterfront landing is intended to be enjoyed by the community and its visitors. Visitors have access to the Riverfront Pavilion & Viewing Tower, fishing pier, floating dock for non-motorized craft, a shoreline trail, restroom, parking and event rental space. Come enjoy some of the best sunsets in Mathews!
ACCESSIBLE ONLY BY WATER
Sandy Point
Located just south of Gwynn’s Island, where the waters of Milford Haven and the Chesapeake Bay meet, Sandy Point is a long jut of beach only accessible by water. Visitors are welcome, but are requested to leave only footprints and take care to not disturb the ground nesting birds that inhabit the area.
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Upcoming Events
Check out some of the events that we have planned at Williams Wharf. You can visit our community calendar page to get a full list of annual events and activities. If you'd like to see more events in Mathews County, please go to www.visitmathews.com to see the community calendar.
Our Partners
