Turkey Point Park
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Turkey Point Park is located in Essex
Essex, Maryland
-Demographics:As of the census of 2000, there were 39,078 people, 15,952 households, and 10,336 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 4,104.1 people per square mile . There were 16,997 housing units at an average density of 1,785.1 per square mile...

, Maryland
Maryland
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, United States
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, an eastern suburb of Baltimore.

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It has no relation whatsoever with Turkey Point, Ontario
Ontario
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, Canada
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. The park was an inspiration for the Turkey Point used by greasers (Drapes) in the 1990 movie Cry-Baby
Cry-Baby
Cry-Baby is a 1990 American teen musical film written and directed by John Waters. It stars Johnny Depp as 1950s teen rebel "Cry-Baby" Wade Walker, and also features an expansive ensemble cast that includes Amy Locane, Iggy Pop, Traci Lords, Ricki Lake, Kim McGuire, David Nelson, Susan Tyrrell, and...

. Turkey Point Park is less than 2 acres (8,093.7 m²) in size and is surrounded by water. It has a good view from the water and is a nice place to walk. There are no walking trails or any facilities at the park and it is locked at night due to safety concerns.
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