I love tulips, so when I read about this place, I couldn't wait to visit. It's located as the…read morecenter of an expensive Baltimore block, surrounded by million dollar homes. There is no start or end, so just park on one of the surrounding streets and walk over. We were there the third weekend in April, and while the tulips were definitely past their peak, and many were completely gone, there were plenty of flower beds of tulips still blooming. Plus, almost all of the azaleas were blooming. I loved that they had so many different colored tulips and azaleas. They did different combination of colors in all the different flower beds, so we ended up seeing some surprisingly beautiful displays, even with some tulips no longer blooming. We weren't there very long because it was cold out, but this would be a great spot for engagement pictures or a picnic.

Sherwood Gardens is a privately owned community park in the Guilford neighborhood of Baltimore. A…read morenonprofit raises money for the gardens' maintenance and the spring planting. Although it's a privately owned park, the gardens are open to the public, with street parking on all sides. Up to 70,000 tulip bulbs are planted annually along with other spring flowering bulbs. The gardens are charming but as with anything spring-related, spring is shorter and shorter and less and less predictable. Use your best judgment to get the photos you see here. This spring, we had a mid-April heat wave and by this past Saturday, the tulips were already looking quite rough and the daffodils were gone altogether. For the best blooms and pictures, pay attention to the weather. The spring flowers were most beautiful early in April this year and the heat wave cut their beauty a bit short this year. When we visited on Saturday, it was certainly still a lovely place for a walk, and we did see plenty of people taking pictures and enjoying the gardens. However, it wasn't as beautiful by then as we might have expected for early April. A lovely little park. You can take a walk, read a book, take photos, enjoy a picnic... Certainly take advantage if you live in or are visiting this area of North Baltimore - especially in those weeks of the years when the tulips are in full strength and beauty!

A popular spot for locals, this park, often called The Duck Pond, is a serene oasis right off of…read moreRoute 140 just before Rt. 97 North (Littlestown Pike). A few years ago, a renovation was done that widened the pond and improved the walking paths around it. There are also nice fountains which add a nice touch. Benches have been installed along the paths, and in the play areas. The paths are meant for walking and jogging, and bikes are not permitted ( though occasionally there are rule breakers). These flat paths allow for an easy walk. There are waterfowl and fishes as well as a pier for light fishing. A large parking area means there is no fighting for a space. A few picnic benches are in the large grassy area between the rows of parking. There is a large and well kept playground for little ones, and a nice size pavilion that can be rented for gatherings. A few negatives--in addition to the ducks, there are lots of geese. The geese can form gangs that can honk and chase people. But even worse, they leave waste all over the paths. There have been times when it looked cleaner, and other times where it was hard to keep from stepping in it. Yuck. Please don't feed them, it makes them more aggressive. The swing set, which is in a separate area from the playground, seems to be missing the regular swings. There are two toddler ones, and an ADA swing. And only Port-A-Pots. The "Duck Pond", while not without its flaws, is a great park to come with kids for a few hours of play or to walk, jog, or do a little fishing.

Have only fished it once had a few bites after 3 hours of grinding though was finally able to get a…read morelil pounder in on a banditto bug.I tried throwing a jackhammer with a green and white natural bait fish color along with running it on a Texas rig seedless and couldn't get anything to sniff it I got a the pounder to reaction hit the bandit to bug right next to the tunnel the pond overall is nice though I saw a lot of gills and this year downed bass on the shores I'm gonna keep grinding it though and figure out what these fish really like to hit I threw many other things at like a jerk bait a lunker log the chatter bait(jackhammer) and even a rage craw with no real success

This is a decent size park! You can rent a canoe, row boat or a motored one but those go very quick…read moreas there are not many! We saw a few people kayaking there. The lake is pretty huge for you to go around. It was well kept when we went during the fall! Such a pretty view and place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life if needed. Can go fising here and they give life vests for when you rent a boat if you dont have your own. But no littles under 3 can ride on their boats if you rent. Cant wait to go back when it is warmer.

A beautiful park my old church has been coming to for summer picnics for years! $12 admission for…read moreout of county residents, free for seniors. They only take card. You can reserve pavilions and they come by and help with trash. There is a dock where you can rent canoes, kayaks, paddle boats & row boats. Paddle boats are $30 an hour, the other ones are $17 I believe. Beautiful tucked away location. So soothing to sit near the water. I recommend letting a senior drive so you can get in free, or drive with a Carroll county resident.

Came here with a friend on a beautiful fall day! Had a lovely walk. Plenty of people were on the…read moretrail. If you have mobility issues like me, where you can do some walking, there are some places that are uphill, but there are plenty of places of sit. I felt perfectly safe and plenty of other women were on the trail too. Parking is limited as it's a small lot, but people come and go so you should be able to find a spot or wait a little for one to open up. You may also be able to park at the storage place like 2 mins next door and walk down. Overall I would highly recommend and I loved it!

Absolutely love this trail. It has multiple offshoots, wide paths, and benches placed around with…read moreplacards with information about the flora and fauna you are walking through. Walking trails are a nice length and you can do a pretty substantial loop and get a couple miles in.

Had a chill walking around at Pinecliff park. Beautiful weather made the walk very enjoyable at…read morethis open park. This is not a huge park, from the main entrance walking to the last gazebo which is #7 is about 0.8 miles. Along the way there is restrooms at every bbq cover place, and several has volleyball nets. Sports field spread throughout Restrooms are fairly clean. Playground: 2, the main one is by the entrance. Parking: plentiful. Lake view: peaceful and easy to access. Highly recommend Also a great place to practice driving & reverse parking in the early morning time, IF needed

What a gem - super fun playground with bathrooms! I imagine there's more to do but when you're a…read morekid, why leave the playground?

After my Yelp friend David H. posted about this small gem last month, I had to take a look myself…read moreas I have been in the area numerous times but had honestly never heard about this place. Just to keep the history lesson short, it was built by York County in 2007 and it is one of a series of ten overlooks that are at different points in the county all of which give views of the Susquehanna River. susquehannariverlands.com/the-great-outdoors/scenic-overlooks/highpoint-scenic-vista-rec-area/ The set up is fairly simple. There is a small parking lot at the base of the overlook on Hilt Road. At the base there is a picnic bench and a port-a-blaster along with some literature about York County parks/area trails. From there it's up and around the trail which is a 1/2 mile loop with five way point stops that I guess are made to have you appreciate the view from different angles? At the top the view is very nice. It's literally the same as if you were over at Samuel S. Lewis State Park except that now you're two-ish miles closer to the river. The overlook from Samuel S. Lewis is higher and is visible from here and the top of the vista here is very visible from Sam Lewis. We were here around 35 minutes and the parking lot was packed but people were at different point of the incline and on other trails nearby so things never felt cramped or rushed. While I'm not necessarily sure that this place needs a return visit, I'm glad we came and I appreciate David putting this one on my/everyone's Yelp radar as it is a unique spot worth a brief stop.

An absolute and positive must! It's an inclined walk but beautifully and impeccably paved -…read morecouldn't be easier. And it literally feels like you're in the clouds. Truth be told we went on a cloudy day, but if it's sunny I would avoid since there is absolutely no shade. There are rocks positioned to take a break during the five points.

Not exactly the safest hike since I went down closer to bridge trekking through rocks LOTS before…read moregetting to platform then took steep steps up only to find trail closed Oops!

Definitely a hidden spot, but not quite a gem. The place needs upkeep. Steep downhill walk, you…read moredefinitely need shoes with traction; one wrong move and you could impale yourself in one of the rebars sticking out along the trail. The viewing platform is old and needs reinforcement. The site is pretty especially with the autumn colors, but desperately needs work. There are two viewing spots: one on the deck right near the falls, and one concrete path spanning the creek and you can view the whole falls.

This is a cute area to walk, read a book or relax. On most occasions, the area is clean and the…read moretrail is expansive. It's kid friendly as well. Parking is tight in the evening and unfortunately, you may come across poop from the ducks and gnats that are a byproduct of the water. Generally, its well-maintained and beautiful area to get extra steps.

very nice walking/running options. Its paved but still scenic with a lot of trees and foliage…read morearound the gated quarry. There is a good set of stairs as well to work out on. nice and quiet not on a main road so you can really zone out. Adding to my rotation of walks

Great hike for all ages and most abilities. I went hiking with my brother and his family and they…read morehave 4 kids ages 3-9. There is a Porta Potty at the beginning of the trail in the parking lot. The trail is well maintained. The are parts where the elevation is a little steep and long. If you have lunch issues then the elevated parts may be an issue. There is one part where you have to cross the river that requires some balance and walking across stones or through the water, whichever you prefer. The trail has tree roots on it in several parts, so watch your ankles so you don't roll them. There are benches along the way to sit rest on and there are benches at the end of the trail overlooking the falls. The falls has a little pool below it that is fun for the kids who like to wade in it. There are large flat stone spaces where you can sit and observe the falls.

Beautiful spot for a family splash. Reserve your spot in advance to ensure you are able to park. We…read moregot there early on our reservation day and had plenty of space and peaceful time there.

This place is remarkable!!!…read more I was lost coming back from my car's VEIP inspection and thought I was on my way to Taco Bar but since I have no sense of direction and all of Gaithersburg/Germantown/Clarksburg/Urbana/Damascus all look the same to me, I ended up on this random country road and decided to stop at this agricultural park for a run/hike. I am absolutely glad I did. I do not know what an agricultural park is but I assume it's a park with wide open spaces, barns, porch swings, goats, cows, baby bacons (piglets), donkeys, chickens, vegetable and flower gardens and fields of soy beans. This is a great place to bring the kids for an educational play time, bring your dog to let them run in open fields, or a date for a picnic. You could seriously wander around here for hours exploring farmhouses or getting close ups with animal friends(the pigs and the cow like to lick dogs by the way so be aware I am pretty sure this is how zoonotic disease spreads) or jumping in bales of hay. I came here on a Friday afternoon and had the whole place to myself. I can't believe this is in Montgomery County and it is FREE!!

All seasons of the year I ride my bike through this place…read more Fording a stream, crossing bridges, winding through the corn fields and yes, even through the tunnel passing under Airpark Road. Beautiful place for great exercise and tranquility.