Little Bennett Regional Park offers a nature-break getaway not too far from sprawling suburbia. It…read moreis large enough that you can clock in your hiking mileage (easily ~10 miles) by walking through some preserved woods and folded watersheds with pristine streams. Due to the layout you might find yourself crossing some of the County roads that criss-cross this large natural area, but it doesn't feel urban. I've hiked plenty in West Virginia and prefer the seclusion and remoteness of the hills there, but it's awfully far away and a huge commitment of time. I'm happy to report that you can have a solid ersatz experience of nature and hiking in the woods, while stitching together a route by combining several different trails in Little Bennett Regional Park. The best part is, at the end of the day, you can drive back towards the city down I-270 and stop for some amazing food experiences that you will never have the opportunity to grab out in the West Virginia boonies. The County government biologists will tell you there are plenty of unique native wildflower colonies to be observed here as well as unique aquatic organisms such as frogs, salamanders and fish in the streams. Protect and enjoy this place! Park at one of several access points and make up a circuit hike using a map. This is the best map I have found: http://www.montgomeryparks.org/PPSD/ParkTrails/trails_MAPS/trailmap_pdfs/LittleBennett_trails.pdf

I've really enjoyed each visit I have had at Little Bennett…read more If you need some fresh air and want to be in a peaceful environment but do not want to drive too far out of the city this is a great place to go. It is located pretty close off the highway which is convenient when coming here. They have nice camping grounds and plenty of hiking trails. If you expect to get a mountain peak picture or to see a waterfall this is not your place, it is just standard woods here. The trails are maintained well, you will not have to walk through any areas that have been overgrown with bush. The trails are pretty easy since it is not climbing a mountain. Highly recommend coming here if you live in the area.

Love coming here and doing walks, plus the scenery is great - huge lake. On my recent visit I went…read morewalking with a friend - off the beaten path. Also, took a short visit through the Discovery Center (my first time inside) - will have to check it out another time. I'm already looking forward to my next visit to this park as it is one of my favorites in the county. Visited November 2024

Enjoyed a wonderful barbecue here. The park is large and it's beautiful. We had a picnic pavilion…read moreright next to a playground. The facilities are well maintained here.

Super friendly, made us feel at ease about the whole experience. Explained where to go and what…read morewatch out for (boat traffic, and the building that marked the turn around point). Gave local recommendations to good lunch spots. Follow the parking directions carefully, they do a good job of describing where to go.

What a great time we had July 4th-6th weekend with 3 tandem kayaks we rented from Capital SUP!! I…read morecan't resist telling everyone this was so easy to do. We rented a home right on the Chesapeake and i couldn't find anywhere that would deliver kayaks and stand up paddle boards to me until i found Capital SUP. Kevin was terrific he drove up in a big van took out 3 beautiful clean colorful tandem kayaks and carried them far down to our dock with life jackets and paddles. We had so much fun in and out of the water with our families. ...and did I say the price was so much better than going anywhere and renting even for the day. Also this was a busy holiday weekend and everything went smoothly no hiccups. Thank you Kevin so very much your kayaks made our family reunion. Have a good summer

We spent a full day at River Riders, splitting our time between the Harpers Ferry Waterpark in the…read moremorning and the Aerial Adventure Park in the afternoon. It was a great combination for both the kids and adults. The inflatable waterpark kept the kids busy for the entire session. El Jefe, the large slide, and Thor, the climbing tower and slide, were our favorites. I strongly recommend booking one of the first sessions during the summer. We went early when it was less crowded, and it became noticeably busier later. In the afternoon, we completed the green and blue aerial trails. Both were a lot of fun, and the progression from one to the next worked well. Overall, River Riders is an excellent choice for families or groups looking for an active full day near Harpers Ferry.

I am posting this review to urge prospective guests to exercise extreme caution and to call on…read moremanagement to address severe safety oversights. Despite having prior rafting experience and maintaining strong physical fitness, this individual tubing trip presented hazardous conditions with virtually no on-water safety support. ​Key Issues Observed: ​No Helmets Suggested or Required: Helmets were not recommended, suggested, or provided for navigating rocky rapids. I capsized and hit my head on submerged rocks--a dangerous hazard that warrants clear guidance and mandatory head protection. ​Zero Rescue Personnel: No river guides or safety kayakers were stationed along technical sections. When participants were pinned against rocks or stranded in strong currents, there was no staff to assist. ​Inadequate Instruction & Extreme Strain: Relying solely on arm paddling through boulder gardens offers minimal control and quickly causes physical exhaustion, even for fit individuals. ​Equipment Failures: Some tubes were punctured by sharp rocks, leaving guests stranded in turbulent water with no emergency extraction protocol. Commercial river outfitters have a basic duty of care to provide essential protective gear, clear instruction, and active supervision. I strongly advise making sure these safety practices are in place before booking unless you have experience and are comfortable without the precautions.

This was so much fun! Hands down all the gold stars will go back!! My 11 year old son loved it too!read more

Overall, we had a great experience. Scott checked us in quickly and was pleasant to talk with. We…read morewere lucky enough to have the mountaintop camping site to ourselves since no one else booked for this week( likely due to the extreme heat and 4th of July holiday). The bathhouse was clean and had hot water. Most campsites only have lukewarm or cold water. There were also an abundance of toilet facilities and they were well maintained/cleaned. The view of the Potomac was breathtaking and the only downfall was that the camping sites are relatively close to each other both on the mountain and at the river's edge. I do recommend this center, however, and we will likely return when back in the area!

The lodge is a wonderful venue to hold events. This property is ideal for weddings, parties and…read morecommunity events. If you decorated with fancy chairs, you could have a wonderful wedding. If you wanted an informal family reunion or block party, the location is great. There is a giant fireplace inside the main building and a fire pit outside. If I were having an event at the lodge, I would make sure that there wasn't any roadwork going on that could cause a delay for guests.

I went to a yelp event here and as I talked to my fellow helpers, I found out that a lot of people…read morehave weddings here. After seeing the grounds, I can see why! The lodge/cabin is cozy and adorable. There is a fireplace in the center of the main room. The outside deck was spruced up with white Christmas lights and it looked really nice. The deck is a perfect place for pictures and over looks a field. The backyard perfectly fits a white tent with plenty of room for people to move about the grounds. Parking is limited in front of the lodge and there is construction currently on the road in front which turns to road to a one lane road. I would love to come to more events here, rustic chic!

I wanted to write this review after being here for almost a year. I find that fair. My experience…read morewith this facility has been nothing but great! My daughter loves the classes and does not want me to cancel ever. She began coming her since Feb on her 9th birthday and was enrolled into beginner blooms. After 6 months they recommended her go into intermediate blooms. I love that. They evaluate the kids to see when they are ready to go to the next step and give you the option to switch classes when available. The goal is for them to get better so seeing this and what she can do validates that. I love the show cases they have for the parents. And on an everyday basis there is seating for parents when you are waiting for the class to be finished. If you have to makeup a class it's super easy! I didn't do it right the first time and Thaina assisted me virtually to make my experience pleasant . Great customer service here. I cannot wait to continue to see my child development here. Thank you all

First time in a class setting at DDGNA, as we have only participated in open gym before. It was a…read moregreat experience and my little one tried things they were not comfortable with in the ninja course and had a great time! Coaches were super helpful, and liked that they respected the kids when helping. I was also happy to see that classes were not over packed like other establishments we have tried before. We will definitely be trying other classes after this one! I'll update as this was the first time we have taken a "class". It's still less structured than I anticipated but still loved that the coaches helped my little build confidence to try new things and didn't push them to try!

We spent our Fourth of July at Terrapin and it was absolutely wonderful! From being welcomed at the…read moredesk (I am so sorry I can't remember his name!), to our awesome guides Justin and Jasmine, to Scott who helped at the swing and doing the belay to get us down - we truly enjoyed the whole experience (despite the unbearable heat this weekend). Justin and Jasmine made sure we stayed hydrated, and regularly brought us into the air conditioning to avoid overheating. They ensured our safety every moment we were there. The rope course was insanely fun, the giant swing and zip line were a blast and our favorite part was honestly the rock climbing! Justin and Jasmine were fantastic - we will definitely come back (preferably not during a heat wave haha) and hope they will be our guides again - every single person today made it memorable for my family! Thank you so much!!!

We have enjoyed this camp for years, but 2026 brought parental concerns over hearing that children…read moregrouped up to 12 years old were sharing bathrooms if another identified as the opposite sex. This should be an opportunity to identify a solution comfortable for everyone affected by providing single use options, as opposed to telling my daughter "it's ok because he identifies as a she". It caused an uncomfortable situation for girls and concerns for parents. No young girl should feel uncomfortable or anxious using the restroom.

Beautiful rustic retreat just miles outside of downtown Leesburg. I coordinated two youth overnight…read moreretreats for a leadership program and was so impressed. The Liberty and Hutchinson Lodges comfortable slept 15 each, with plenty of areas to lounge and gather. The kitchens are an added bonus. Regina is wonderful to work with, very responsive and accommodating. If you need a low-key place to take a group, I'd highly recommend the Freedom Center!

This trail was PERFECT for me as a beginner mountain biker. I highly recommend it if you're looking…read morefor a place to practice, especially if you get nervous on busy trails. This one was pretty empty, so it's an ideal "training" trail for mountain biking newbies. That said, there's also a pretty sweet pump track.

They're so professional. I called and spoke to the owner Joshua; he helped me every step of the…read moreway. I truly recommend this business to anyone seeking a new sports organization. Go Guardians!

From the owner: Guardians of Sport, Inc. was formed to enrich lives and spread the benefits of sports through a…read moresocial athletic organization in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area.