Lake Waterford Park is probably one of my favorite parks in Anne Arundel County. I have brought my…read moredog here dozens of times over the years for walks, hikes and just to people watch. Unlike many other parks Lake Waterford typically has a ton of county park employees on-site. It really shows because they are usually out and about maintaining the park which is always litter free and beautifully landscaped. There are numerous trails and water views throughout the woods. Overall, I highly recommend this park for your dogs, kids or just your human self!

Park needs a little help right now after the big storms. Could not go around the lake and many…read morepaths were closed. 7/26/26 playground looked nice.

One of the nicest parks that I have been to since living in Maryland. Great for a bike ride a walk…read moreor even a run. This park runs along the Chesapeake Bay which is pretty cool and the views are pretty nice. I also like that there are various points of exiting and entering the park in case you want to do a long run and or bike ride. This place also looks wonderful for a nice picnic with the family or a loved one would definitely recommend.

The dog beach is closed and is being redone. The bathrooms were closed the day I went. I've been…read moreonce before and got ticks on one of the walking paths. The flies and mosquitos can get pretty nasty while walking as well, so I wish they would spray with non-toxic sprays to help reduce them.

Great little boat launch area, nicely built and landscaped. Short hike to the launch from the top…read moreentrance but you can drive to the launch. Don't want to hype it up too much since it's a hidden gem.

Bottom Line: A small Anne Arundel County park with views of and a kayak/canoe launch into the…read moreMagothy River. As the name implies, once a farm, Spriggs Farm Park is now a small park bordering the Magothy River. The amenities are very simple and limited to a porta potty, one or two picnic tables and a small sandy beach with a kayak/canoe launch. The park is gated but visitors can contact the county if they would like to be able to drive in and park. Otherwise, there is some street parking. Once inside the gate it is a bumpy ride down a gravel road past the porta potty. Before too long you arrive at a place where you can turn off to park in a grassy lot. If you go to the end of the road you can unload your kayak/canoe but you will then need to move your car to the parking lot. As far as the kayak/canoe launch goes, from the drop off point it is about 150 yards to the sandy launch. There is a little bit of a steep hill down to the launch but it as been stabilized with some railroad ties for steps. For those not in search of a small boat launch the best part of the park is probably views of the river including Dobbins Island and Gibson Island. But be aware, there is very little shade at this park.

Updated review. I…read moreabsolutely love Piney Orchard Nature Trail! It's my go-to jogging destination because of how peaceful and serene it is. On any given day, you can spot a wide variety of bird species, which adds to the tranquility of the surroundings. The trails through the woods are well-maintained and offer a wonderful escape into nature. I especially enjoy the paths that lead to the fresh water ponds, where you can admire the beauty of the area while getting some exercise. If you're looking for a relaxing and scenic place to jog or simply unwind, Piney Orchard Nature Trail is the perfect spot!

This is such a sweet little enclave of trees and flowers and birds and people walking dogs and…read morecrackling leaves. I've been here to walk 4-5 times, in different seasons, and each has its charm. In the spring, you will see myriad flowers in bloom, hear the lovely song of little streams and birds trilling. Winter is very different, with frosty pine cones and leaves to photograph, and everything so still. Fall is lovely! I saw two does with their mostly grown fawns, and encountered a baby rattlesnake! That surprised me greatly as I've never seen or heard of them around here. I confess that fall is my favorite season; I love the bluest skies and the aroma of leaves. I prefer not walking on asphalt too much, so as soon as I can (where the duck loop cuts off and so does the vernal trail) I cut down to the sand/dirt path along the water. Both trails, asphalt and dirt, eventually end up at a sort of trail end. The other day when I was here, since there was no water in the stream, I crossed over to see if I could go any farther - ermmm not really. There are numerous access points from the neighborhood that borders the preserve, so lots of folks seem to walk their dogs close to home. The water was extremely low since we've had very little rain; I was surprised at how far the mud banks extended into the lake. There are NO services whatsoever! Go potty before you get out to walk!

Just a great place to walk or bring your chair and a book to read…read more The trails are beautifully, paved and marked enabling you to get a great workout if that's what you choose to do. If not, it's just nice to walk and see what's going on in the park. Me as a bird lover love this place because I've captured at least 40 different species of birds in the park at various times. If you have children, they have a very nice large playground

What's not to love? The grounds are well kept and there is always ample parking. The trail is a…read morereally nice loop with plenty of trash cans and benches along the way. Perfect for a stroll with your kiddo or pup! The park is really nice as well. Plenty of space for kids of all ages. I took my 7 month old in a stroller to see all of the farm animals, took a lap around the walking trail, and ended at the infant swings at the park. A perfect afternoon! Oh and the bathrooms next to the park are always clean and have toilet paper which is a big plus :)

For all that come to the park for the right reasons welcome. Unfortunately, there are some who…read morethrow trash on the parking lot including beer bottles, empty their cigarette ashtray on the lot. Also, park in no parking spots and drive their vehicle through the grass lots where the waterfowl graze to eat. The waterfowl, ducks, geese live at the park, have respect for them, if not trash your own property. If you feed the animals, don't give them bread it is bad for them. If you don't believe so Google it. If you happen to be someone who has the no care, no respect attitude and think you are above it all, don't visit the park. Most respect the park and want it to thrive for years to come so the children can enjoy it.

I took my kids to this park it's beautiful and clean plus the playground is awesome for kids to…read moreplay and there's ducks too I can't wait to take my kids again.

I wrote that precious review years ago. My heart is broken…read moreas this was my sanctuary to go and watch the Key bridge and take pictures. (Pic posted was 2016) My heart is also broken knowing workers died on it that morning. Just like you and I, they went to work, never to return home.

The only reason this place potentially deserves one star is for the bridge view. I had never been…read moredown there before but anticipated walking around with my dog. Upon exiting our vehicle, we snapped this photo and then left. The park is a complete dump. Broken glass EVERYWHERE. Meaning you probably can't even take one step without stepping on some. I was not risking my dog's paws to stay more than the moment we did. And the activities going on around there (drugs and prostitution) were definitely not something any law abiding citizen wished to be around. I knew this park was in Baltimore City so why I expected anything more...I'm still kicking myself for even giving them the chance.

This is our favorite park. There's a playground and access to the BWI trail. The trail goes…read morethrough the woods, so there is plenty of shade on hot days. But the best part is that the park is on the other side of Dorsey road from the airport, and planes fly directly overhead as they are about to land or after they have taken off; it differs from time to time. Because they are so close to the runway, the planes are very low, so the kids get really excited. Our daughter loves to watch the planes. My only complant is that there is no swings in the playground, but you can go east on Dorsey 1.5 miles to Sawmill Creek Park where they have swings.

This is a great place to stop and watch planes fly into BWI up close and personal! You can park…read moreyour car in the parking lot and view the incoming and outgoing planes from dawn to dusk. The park itself is very well kept and features a nice updated playground for kids to play on and has rubber mulch rather than wood chips so for that reason alone I appreciated it more. There is also a walking/bike path that goes back a ways and two "porta potties" that were kept relatively clean and had hand sanitizer available. Definitely a good place to occupy your kids for a little bit!

I was in Baltimore for a visit and needed to get out for a walk. I discovered Andover Park via a…read moreGoogle Search and decided to go. Andover Park was easy to find as it's close to the airport. The park is a multi-purpose park as it has a few fields along with the BWI Trail. Parking was easy to find as well once I realized the trail parking is on the other side of the ball field parking. Once parked, I hit the BWI Trail and fell in love. As the trail itself is a little over 11 miles, I did 2 miles and turned around and headed back. The trail is spacious and easy to follow. The signs are clear and the variation of the trail varies from easy to moderate. As I walked along the trail I was captured by the sights of the airport, the horses, and the natural landscape of the greenery. As my walk came to an end, I not only felt good but I was also excited at the experience. If you're in the area and wanting a great trail to walk, run, or bike, check out Andover Park.

Fabulous walking trail that is surrounded on a couple of sides by a working horse farm. The trail…read moreis wide enough for cyclists to pass with ease and its well paved. In general, cyclists are kind and let you know that they are passing. It's nice that you will see the occasional bench there if you just to sit and enjoy some rays or take a break. There is plenty of free parking at the entrance up by the ballfields or down a ways by the horses. I'm probably doing a disservice by only mentioning the walking trails because that's basically what I will be using. But from what I have seen the ballfields look well-kept and appear to be a fine venue In the county for recreational sports.

Been here a few times for tennis and just walking around. The park is usually fairly busy between…read morethe paths, the skate park, the kid's playground, the basketball courts and the tennis courts. It's a little distracting to play tennis there during peak times- there's a lot of activity between the planes, the highway, people smoking pot in the picnic areas, and once there were even kids on ATVs riding around loudly. Sometimes people blast music in the parking lot for absolutely no reason. For awhile there was a creepy old guy who lived in his truck in the parking lot and would make me super uncomfortable being there if alone, but he wasn't there the last two times I've been- maybe he has moved on. But overall, it is great that there is a place in the community for activities such as tennis and skating, and it seems to be well-maintained.

This was a nice park. I came here for an early evening walk with a friend. The walking trail…read moresurrounded the baseball fields and the basketball and tennis courts. It's not a very long walking trail. It was good enough for what we wanted, just to get a good few laps in for exercise. At the time, the park was busy with people playing tennis and basketball. There were a few little league baseball practices going on as well. The parking is another story. If you do not get there at a decent time, you could end up parking along the side of the playing fields or in the grass outside of the park. Thankfully, we were able to get a parking spot. If you live in the area, it's a nice park to visit. Just be aware that after work hours during the week, parking could be an issue. On top of that, the park could get really crowded.