It was such an amazing sequence from a soak in the Roman bath then a hot stone massage…read more It is not a matter of "if" I will go back, but how soon.

There is no online form to fill out or input to get a reservation here. The only way is to call…read morethem and their lines are unresponsive. I tried 3x for the old Roman bathhouse and had to resort to calling the main bathhouse to reserve. The lady on the line was very knowledgeable and warm. Five people reserving and 1 person reserving all get the same one room. There were 4 of us in our group and we got this room for 30 min. It is pretty small but would be fine for 2 people, I feel. The water was very hot and we did have to add cold water at intervals. It's our fault for doing this in the first week of June (weather was about 85 and sunny outside!) I can see this being a spot of refuge in the colder months! There was a tank of cold spring water for drinking. This bathhouse just had 1 bathroom that was roomy enough to change in but no other changing rooms. The receptionist and staff were very nice. I appreciated the printout with all the minerals in the water listed. That was informative and so interesting. We also additionally bought a jug to load up their mineral spring water! This was not a cheap activity but we loved the park and the attraction and history behind everything. First person is $32 and then additionally $22. There are age discounts.

Unique park! It is…read moresmall and in the middle of town. They have a pool, museum, bathhouse and outdoor play pools of water to explore. We visited on a Wednesday so the museum was closed. The kids enjoyed playing in the mineral pools. Parking can be tricky. There is a small lot or metered parking on the street.

This is a really cute little park. It's unfortunate that we arrived later in the day than we had…read moreanticipated and so it was already sunset. We enjoyed the gazebo and the canal. There is a pool here and a bath house. I was hoping to find more information on the mineral springs, but like I said, it was late. I did pop into the bath house to check out some of their offerings and the small gift shop. The park is very centrally located and had plenty of parking. I definitely recommend a stop here if you're in the area.

One of the most beautiful state parks in Maryland. Amazing views of the valley and is only a 2 mile…read moredrive away from iconic High Rock. It is situated right on the Appalachian Trail and is a perfect place to enjoy a peaceful picnic. A great play area makes this an ideal location for get togethers for families.

I love Pen Mar Park! It a great way to escape to take time look around take in the unique art work…read morethe kids do. Also aside from the art the view is breathtaking! You can see for miles lifts the spirits especially these times we face and what we're about to face.

This is a well cared for park. However- the trail is not what AllTrails says it is. It's possible…read moreit used to be a bigger park with a 3-4 mile trail. It is not anymore- now it's closer to .5 miles.

Tony and I stopped to enjoy the roadside park. Waterfall, playground, bathrooms, grills and picnic…read moreareas. Great free park to enjoy. People we're eating, fishing and swimming

A great day for a hike on the A.T. This one is just o/s Fauquier County on Mt Weather. I took the…read moreSOBO trail a couple years ago. This time I went North to the waterfall. Let me give some mad respect to whomever dug out the spot to put in a rather large parking area for us! For years we've been on side of this narrow dirt road. * Thank. (Virtual fist pump). This was 3 miles out and 3 miles back. The waterfall is around 1 mile mark. It's off to the right. *please understand, ricks are slippery whether they're wet ot not. How someone brings three toddlers here with no backpack, water or first aid is beyond me. I had to leave the area. But it was really nice. Very relaxing and you did have to hand/foot climb to get up there. Be careful please. I double backed and got on the A.T. Couple more miles to the secret cliff I saw in another Yelp post. :) . Lots of people walked by, no one knew I was there. I had it all to myself. Its better than the actual lookout. Anyway. I scanned the rocks for danger, shot some pics and sat down for water and dry crackers. I look over and there are 2 snakes curled up by a small tree about 6 feet from me. I spoke to them. "Thought you'd hide from me. I got you!" It was funny. I took a couple pics and kept my eyes on them. Only takes a second to lose track and they end up right at me saying, "HA got you back!" I sat a while then headed back down. I enjoyed it! I'd like to section hike and have a car waiting to take me back to my own car where I started. They should have an Uber Hikes App available for that. ;) This way I can hike for as far as I want without turning around to come straight back.

Short trail, pretty and cool, but the waterfall wasn't what I expected. The trail was well kept,…read moreand trimmed back, some areas were steep, and can be slick if it rains.

Loved this was a good little adventure to find and my kiddos loved it would definitely recommend…read morechecking it out yourself

Awesome park in a residential area. It's walkable and accessible by residents who live in the…read morenearby Halfway neighborhood. It's directly off interstate 70, so people traveling through can stop by. There are numerous bathrooms, benches and covered gazebos that public accessible. There is a wide cement paved trail that bicyclists, runners and walkers can share. There are numerous sports fields including football, baseball, softball, soccer and even a beach volleyball area filled with sand! There is a new and large dog park as well. It is divided into two areas depending on the size of your dog. The park is well maintained and clean. Very safe area as well. This park is amazing and I can't speak more highly of it.

While I'm sure there is excellent hunting, fishing, trapping, hiking, camping - etc. - etc. - etc…read more going on here, we just came for the overlook. For years I've seen the signs, the same as everyone that traverses 68, about a scenic overlook, this time, it was finally time to see just how scenic is scenic. First off, super easy to find the overlook. Exit 64 off of 68, this applies to either direction, then it's just two right turns to the main park office. Plenty of offseason parking in winter, as you would expect, and there is good signage telling you where to go for the office, the overlook, outside seasonal restrooms and some of the nearby trails. From there it's maybe a fifty or sixty yard walk down a small sloped path to the wooden planked overlook. Kudos to the staff that even though it had just snowed the day prior, they had a small path cleared so that you could walk out on to the platform. Granted, the platform was also coated in thick ice, but that's another story. Excellent views of the forest landscape and of Fifteen Mile Creek. We didn't last long as even though it was sunny, it was still below freezing with a hell of a stiff breeze. On the way back up the trail we did stop briefly in the park office looking for a map as a souvenir/memento and while the door was open and there was a state vehicle parked outside (just our car and that one), nobody was there so we left as it felt...odd. The park itself is massive and hopefully in the future we can make the time to come back and explore more. Park website: dnr.maryland.gov/forests/pages/publiclands/western_greenridgeforest.aspx First picture is the Greenridge Overlook: www.mdmountainside.com/blog/post/green-ridge-state-forest-scenic-overlooks-tour/

Yelp Fam!!!! A…read moredifferent review for the start of this month. Camping is one of my favorite things in the world. Especially since I live in the city being able to have silence is few and far between. GRSF is a gem, you have the bare necessities to have a great authentic camping experience. You can register for a camp site at the self service station. Sign up for a site, pay your money, get camping. Tip*- you must take your trash with you. You can dispose of it at the rangers station Each site has : bench Fire pit Cleared area for tents/hammocks We always stop off at Belle Grove Store- They carry all the essentials and food if you need some grub. This go round we were at site 5. Truly perfect, tons of fire wood around, very quiet and peaceful. Take advantage of this beautiful state forest while the weather is nice!

Tony and I stopped by Fort Frederick State Park in Big Pool, MD. We got there at 4pm and the…read morevisitors center was already closing. It cost $5 for our vehicle for park entrance fees. We couldn't watch the 10 minute video because they were closing due to no activity. We drove over to the parking lot for the actual fort. The Fort was still open but unmanned so the interior buildings were locked. The Fort was built in 1756 for the Indian wars against the white settlement. It was later used in Revolutionary war and Civil War. It's almost 300 yrs old It's a stone fort with very thick high walls. Definitely a nice park. There is a store but it was closed too. There is a campground down along the Potomac River. Definitely recommend you visit when in the area. I would go back again! A great price!!!

I visited the fort in July, and although it was extremely hot, our reenactor and tour guide Bob -…read morewho also serves as the assistant park superintendent - did an outstanding job. Despite the heat, not only did he carried on with the demonstration of the live firing of a flintlock musket, but also took the time to answer all of our questions. He went above and beyond by showing us additional areas of the fort and sharing fascinating information. Bob's dedication and knowledge truly made the drive and visit memorable.

This trail is an absolute gem for anyone who enjoys walking, running or cycling surrounded by…read morepeaceful scenery. The path is clean and well maintained stretching for miles with beautiful views on both sides especially during the fall season when the colors make the entire trail look magical. It's a perfect place to clear your mind and enjoy some quiet time. The flat paved surface makes it easy for everyone whether you're an experienced biker or just out for a relaxing walk. I also liked how calm it was, not too crowded which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. The sunlight filtering through the trees and the sound of leaves underfoot make this trail feel special. I highly recommend visiting during early morning or late afternoon for the best light and the most peaceful atmosphere. Definitely one of my favorite local spots for some fresh air and beautiful nature.

Paved trail that's perfect to use when it's been rainy and non-paved trails might be muddy, just…read morewatch out for some wet leaves. It's clean and well maintained and wasn't too crowded on a weekday around noon. We parked at Pearre Road and there was plenty of parking. No restroom there, just a port o let so plan accordingly. We walked away from Hancock and there's an awesome overlook about a mile or two away that's a must see if you're in the area. Also impressive to see the rock "walls" they blasted through back in the day to create the railroad. Further down the road, the train combines with the C&O trail for a while, so that part is gravel/dirt rather than pavement so plan accordingly if it's been rainy. This is a must see if you're in the area and I'd come back and check this trail out again

A bit of a mixed bag for me at Cunningham Falls…read more.. I was excited to find a listing of parks that supposedly had wheelchair accessible trails. I've never been to Cunningham Falls before and the idea of seeing a waterfall seemed lovely. However, the accessible boardwalk has strips on pretty much everything board which made me feel like I was riding a very angry horse. Each bump shot pain up my spine. I'm writing this a day later and I still hurt, and I think I'm a pretty tough chick... and the view of the falls was mostly blocked and not worth the actual pain. The Falls is more like a small stream of water that splashes down some rocks. It's a soothing noise but I was expecting something more grandiose... I suppose I could blame climate change. Most of the old stream beds are dry. We also checked out the "south beach" which I enjoyed. There's plenty of pavement, and packed gravel. I couldn't get close to the water, but that's okay because it was a sunny day and I prefer to stick to the shade. I was impressed by the fact that every picnic table has a grill nearby. If I lived closer I'd like to think I'd come to the south beach often, hide in the trees near the river, grill something delicious... but I was a several hours long trip from Dundalk, so it's unlikely that I'll return. It was a nice day-trip though. I don't regret going.

Hikes in a Sunday with friends. 100% recommend. I'd say it's beginner friendly. Beautiful water…read moreviews both on the hike and in the picnic areas. Hammocks, rental canoes. Such a nice all day event with families or a mate. Trash free park, wheelchair accessible, clean bathrooms. 100% recommend