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.

Playground was recently renovated. So much fun for the kids. Things were available for all the age…read moreranges and abilities. Also plenty of seating for the adults to relax on a nice sunny day! I highly recommend taking the kids and checking it out!

This is a great park for dog walking, sports activities and family hangouts. It is a vast park…read moredivided into two sections. One area is dedicated to wooded trails and flying disc activities, while the other features sports courts and extended trails. Walking along the snow-covered trails offered a unique, serene experience, with the peacefulness of the setting enhanced by sunlight gently filtering through the woods. There are parking areas located at various part of the park, convenient.

Wooooo Hoooo what a great waterfront park. 5 stars for the view…read more 5 stars for the history of the site. Fort Howard was built to ensure that invaders would never come upon Baltimore soil ever again. Many historic buildings still exist but are decaying. Hopefully some of the rumors that I hear that they will be turned into condos are true. Great place for history lovers to roam around.

I have been to North Point State Park quite a few times. I typically come once in the winter to…read moreview the gorgeous frozen ice across the bay and again later in the year to go fishing. Since North Point is State Park, you have to make reservations before entering. This requires you to create an account online and pay prior to entry. I felt that it was awkward I had to do that this morning since there was not a lot of people in the park and they were not at capacity. I'm not a fan of this at all however I do understand with some parks who meet capacity on the weekend and holidays during the summer. It's a nice area that also offers a swimming area as well as a pavilion and multiple trails to walk.

A county-managed natural preserve right in the middle of the county. It's over 1000 acres and has…read moreseveral miles of trails. The official parking location right off Trotter Road looks more like a national park facility than one of our humble county ones- lots of spaces, landscaping, informational signage, and bathrooms. There's an educational nature trail (grab the brochure on your way onto the trail), a good place to bring a family you're teaching to love the natural world. Lots of lovely old poplar trees. The north end of the park has "deep woods" vibes since unlike other local parks, there's no mountain bikers, no horses, no picnicers, and the river is a good walk away. Plus a large buffer zone extended north from there. Until a jet on final approach to BWI roars overhead to break the spell. There's riverfront access along the Connector trail. Respect the signage regarding closed areas. Most of the trails seemed suitable for runners. Note the trails around the Meadow on the map is mowed into the fields, which makes for a different experience underfoot (not my favorite personally). The parking lot is gated with signage saying it closes at sunset. However, the gate is powered and gave the impression it's the kind that won't lock you in- but best to check with the county to verify that. The trails here weren't my favorite (PVSP trails are more interesting to hike), but having such a substantial greenspace and nature preserve right in the middle of the county is great, and having it quiet and natural is even better. We in central Maryland are lucky to have so many of these kinds of spots.

My bf and I LOVE hiking here. The trails are mostly fairly easy/moderate and there are several…read morepaths you can take. As with most hiking places, be careful after it rains since it can get very muddy in some places. I also really appreciate that right next to the parking lot are clean bathrooms with running water and water fountains. The trails are fairly well marked and there are also maps available. There were also pamphlets of a list of all the different species of birds that live in area which was a pleasant surprise! My favorite part is the meadow area with really tall grass. But there were a couple of bird houses and once we saw many swallows (I think?) flying in the area and perching on the bird houses. Parts of the trail also go alongside the stream (I think the middle Patuxent river) and it's a very serene area and walk. We have already came here to hike a handful of times and plan to come back in the near future for more relaxing hikes!

This trail inside Papatsco Valley State Park is a little over a mile long. The trail loops through…read morebeautiful trees, hills, and a stream. During early fall season, fall foliage is magnificent. The trail is marked by blue paint on trunks of trees. Difficult level of this trail is easy. Definitely will return to do more exploration in the future.

Trail is well maintained and clearly marked. Perfect loop setup for easy navigation. Great moderate…read morelevel trail (some elevation change, rocky areas, but no actual climbing needed), perfect for most active adults, older kids, and relatively fit, leashed dogs. We found this was one of the lesser-used trails, so it was safe for maskless adventuring.

Quaint waterfront in a bustling suburb. Was at a show at the Encore and then saw they had a World…read moreCup watch party here so saw some of it Too bad I got too tired to stay and then Turkey upset USA.

The Lakefront area surrounds LakeKittamaqundi. It is a large open space that includes a small…read moreamphitheater, a fountain, a pedestrian promenade, and several restaurants and retail establishments (including While Foods) overlooking the lake. It's such a pretty area to eat, gather, or just chill. It's also a great place to exercise. You can walk/run around the lake and there are several other trails in the area. I walked about 1.2 miles from Blandair Park and thoroughly enjoyed the trails. There was plenty of signage so I always knew where I was going. There was some nice foliage and even some hills. A nice change from the flat Florida terrain!

No river was evident on my visit to this park. It was, however, sizable and offered multiple…read morefacilities, including a public pool that was well attended in the scorching heat, but also open and reasonably clean bathrooms and water fountains and some additional sports fields and green space. The actual views are of a freeway and not a river, but there is still plenty to draw one to this park.

Small but convenient park located in the Riverside/Fed Hill neighborhood. Is it my favorite park in…read moreBaltimore? No, but I can understand the draw if you have kids or a dog. There's about a one mile loop that circles the park along with a playground, swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a soccer field. It's actually quite impressive all they managed to fit into such a small space. Definitely a great spot for sports or a quick walk. When I come to a park, I'm usually hoping for a peaceful stroll but depending on the time of day you're at Riverside Park, it will likely be full of energy and excitable children hanging out after school. Will I be in a rush to come back? No, probably not but I'm glad to see such a useful, public green space in the community.

Nice quant lake in Columbia. Came here to watch a bit of the World Cup game vs. Turkey which was…read morefun even though we got tired to stay and they lost.

Loved this park.Very scenic and nice way to get your exercise in. Be it jogging, biking, or…read morewalking. Plenty of benches available. As well as free parking. They hold a lot of concerts nearby. As well as porta pottys available for a emergency restroom. I love everything and anything concerning lakes. People were out chilling on the grass. Or you can bring a lounge chair. This is very close proximity to collective Encore and collective offshore. I definitely will be returning whenever I want to enjoy an outdoor walk or event.