Liberty Reservoir offers multiple public access points with paved boat ramps and parking areas for fishing and paddling; a seasonal permit ($60) is required for boating and must be used exclusively on Liberty, Prettyboy, or Loch Raven reservoirs.

Only non-motorized boats (rowing, paddling, or battery-powered motors) are permitted, and all boaters must sign an affidavit committing to use only these three reservoirs to prevent invasive species spread.

Day-use only with shoreline fishing permitted at numerous access points including the Deer Park Bridge fishing platform and eight designated parking areas around the 3,100-acre reservoir.