Sports Betting Locations in Maryland

Amelia Walker By Amelia Walker Senior Content Writer Updated: November 18, 2024
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A growing number of regulated and fully licensed retail sportsbooks have opened in Maryland following the legalization of sports betting in 2021. Use the interactive map to explore where the different land-based sports betting venues have launched.

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Map of Retail Sports Betting in Maryland

Sports betting was legalized in Maryland in May 2021, coming in to effect in December of that year. Since then, the Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) has been awarding licenses to a small but growing number of legal, regulated brick-and-mortar sportsbooks. You can check out some of them below, as well as consulting our dedicated page for Baltimore.

Our Recommended Maryland Betting Locations

Name Type Website Full Address Review
Pimlico Race Course Racetrack, Off-Track www.pimlico.com 5201 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD Read Review
Ocean Downs Casino Casino, Racetrack, Off-Track www.oceandowns.com 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD Read Review
Rosecroft Raceway Racetrack, Off-Track www.rosecroft.com 6336 Rosecroft Drive, Fort Washington, MD Read Review

Types of Retail Sports Betting Locations

There are several types of betting venues to visit across the state. It can also be noted that online sportsbooks in Maryland have also launched to provide local bettors with even greater options when wagering. You can get to enjoy horse bets in racetracks locations such as Pimlico Race Course, Casino at Ocean Downs, Rosecroft Raceway, Laurel Park, and Maryland State Fair Timonium. There are also the ever popular off-tracks Horseshoe Casino, G. Boone Restaurant, and many more.

Casino Resorts

The majority of Maryland's retail sportsbooks are located in already existing casino resorts. As well-rounded entertainment facilities, they offer everything you need for a relaxing vacation, and gives you the opportunity to combine sports betting with other forms of gambling.

Racetracks

In Maryland State, you will be able to bet on horse races and events that are available in various legalized racetracks in the state. Maryland is a home for popular racetracks such as Pimlico Race Course, Laurel Park, Casino at Ocean Downs, Maryland State Fair Timonium, and Rosecroft Raceway. These racetracks offer thoroughbreds, Harness racing, and Standardbreds horse racing.

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Off-Track Betting

There are several OTB locations in Maryland that provide diverse facilities and options for visitors. Our top picks for those wanting to wager in-person are Laurel Park, Horseshoe Casino, and Pimlico Race Course.

List of Legal Offline Sportsbooks in Maryland

There are a small but growing number of licensees authorized by the state's Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC). With retail sportsbooks coming into operation from the end of 2022, you can expect this sector to expand rapidly in the coming years.

Baltimore
Horseshoe Casino 1525 Russell Street, Baltimore, MD 21903
Pimlico Race Course 5201 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD
Berlin
Ocean Downs Casino 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD
Fort Washington
Rosecroft Raceway 6336 Rosecroft Drive, Fort Washington, MD
Laurel
Laurel Park 198 Laurel Race Track Road, Laurel, MD
Oxon Hill
MGM National Harbor Casino 101 MGM National Avenue Oxon Hill, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Perryville
Hollywood Casino Perryville 1201 Chesapeake Overlook Parkway, Perryville, MD 21903
Timonium
Maryland State Fair 2200 York Road, Timonium, MD

FAQ

Is there a list of every retail sportsbook in Maryland?

Maryland has a very small but growing number of in-person sportsbooks, and we've made a list of them throughout the state higher up in this article for you to reference.

What type of sports betting locations are there in Maryland?

We've made a list of the different types of in-person sports betting available to sports fans in Maryland. The list is small, but growing, so keep checking this page for updates.

How many OTBs are there in Maryland?

There is a growing number of off-tracks located throughout Maryland which offer unique wagering options to those who visit. We've detailed these locations in the off-track location section to make it easy to visit each one.