Such a beautiful place for a picnic! We enjoyed the views in the evening up until sunset. It was a…read morefew people there but not enough to distract you from relaxing. I only rated it a 4 because people don't clean up after their dogs and it literally took a while for us to find a clear spot to lay our blanket down. Hopefully this can get better.

Sooo I've been to this loop a few times to walk/jog prior to today 07'04'20 and always referred to…read moreit as the Quarry Loop but today I discovered that this location has a totally separate entrance from the homes and shopping/dining area and has its own identity, pretty neat. There are benches scattered throughout that are facing inward toward the lake, some with amazing views and a few obstructed by the trees & greenery but still serene spots to just sit, relax & chat or just take in the scenery. The trail/loop is a little under 2 miles in total and it offers great views, some flowers here and there and loads of geese. I've never experienced it being overly crowded with people on the loop and the atmosphere is very peaceful. I will continue to frequent this park. Oh and if it ever gets too hot while out there, you can always pop into Rita's Italian Ice or Custard ;-)

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

It's always cool to happen by a really park that you have no idea exists, with Lake Roland being…read morejust that. The park has hiking trails, a nature center, picnic spots, a playground, and a dog park, all adjacent to Lake Roland. I recently discovered that canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching and local favorites, too. Sometimes I go just to zone out while enjoying the weather or just taking a quick nap in the car. Very peaceful spot.

Lake Roland will always be one of my fav spots to unwind . It's the Perfect place to chill , walk…read morethe trails , fish or Canoe . It's Dog & Kid Friendly . The have a covered space to rent out for Birthday Parties etc . There's a parking lot or you can Park at the Light rail entrance and walk along the wooden path .

A lovely park on the eastern side of Baltimore. Been wanting to ride a bike here for a while! I…read moreenjoyed my time on a lovely Saturday yesterday. Can't recommend enough, and the neighborhood is great. My HS, (City forever!) is here, Herring Run Park, Lake Clifton and the golf course are super close. As others have said, there is no bathroom on the premises but parking is free (at the elementary school near the pavilion). And there are weights and a place to work out and plenty of other people around working out as well. If you want a place to walk, run, ride a bike, workout, sit, have a picnic or roller skate, this is the place for you.

One of the most beautiful lakes in Baltimore, MD. I had the pleasure of taking a walk with 200+…read morewomen on a Sunday morning and saw some of the most beautiful scenery ever. I was told that this lake had been closed for a while, so once it reopened, the community immediately came together to take a walk. Parking is somewhat easy, but I would recommend parking behind Lake Montebello Elementary School. The lake is patrolled all day, so if you were to walk solo, you would be in good hands. The track loops, but it is even, making it easy to walk, run, or bike. I will definitely be back at this beautiful lake.

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.

Patapsco State Park is a huge, beautiful plot of land accessible from multiple areas of MD…read more For only $2 car, collected in an unattended Honor Box, you get access to acres and acres of nature's finest greenery scattered among hills and rocks and boulders to hike through trails of trees, streams, waterfalls, and more. Because of the tall trees, you get plenty of shade while walking through the woods. I take my young children who can effortlessly conquer 3 miles of the trail without hesitation. It's an awesome nature experience hearing the birds chirp & insects buzz, seeing the small schools of fish being carried down the stream, the crawling creatures perfectly positioned for nature enthusiasts capturing photos. The park entry also allows you to use the open grass areas to picnic or grab a grill. The water is practically a beach area as I've seen multiple families lined up on both sides of the bridge enjoying the cool water. As well as my children and I. There's plenty of parking. The bridge is a highlight boasting wonderful opportunities for pictures with beautiful natural lighting. There's also some train tracks on the other side of the bridge perfect for photo ops but BEWARE! it is a functional and operating train track! My family and I can't get enough of this park. Definitely experience it for yourself.

There's a resident Bald Eagle in the park now and I've seen him five times this spring. Saw him…read moreflying upstream with a fish in his talons today. Woodpeckers, blue jays, and nuthatches were there today.

The Howard County Recreation & Parks Summer Concert Series at Centennial Park is a fantastic way to…read morespend a summer evening! We saw I&I Riddim at the Centennial Park Amphitheater, and they brought incredible music and such a fun, relaxing vibe. The beautiful park setting made it even better. This was the first of the five-concert summer series, with free concerts taking place on Thursday evenings through August 5. If you're looking for a laid-back night with great live music, this is definitely worth checking out. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, relax, and enjoy a wonderful evening outdoors!

I love summertime and this park is perfect to park in the shade and enjoy breakfast. This moment…read morewas followed by a break walk around the loop. Without my dog, this time,I was approached by a squirrel and even two deer. It's nice having so many wonderful things to do outside!

It's a lovely day in a beautiful park with trails as easy or as challenging as you'd like to…read moreexperience. Make no mistake, this isn't the Appalachian Trail but it's a convenient break from some of the rocky trails of Pennsylvania and the scenery is beautiful here. The nature center isn't open today because it's Labor Day so no bathrooms, but there are porta-potties near the picnic areas. When open, it's fun to check out the small animals and exhibits inside. Oregon Ridge is a fun place to come to for a change of scenery from Central Pa.

I hadn't been out to OR for a long time but had the opportunity to enjoy some nature and food truck…read moretacos on a beautiful Baltimore day. The trees are in full bloom, everything is green and bursting with life and it was peaceful in this place. Beware of the poison ivy though - it's everywhere and it's YUGE!

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.

Great selection of paddleboards and excellent service. Also have kayaks, leasing, lessons, and…read moretrips. Store is cute and personnel wonderful and informative.

I rent kayaks from here. The current price for a single-person kayak is $26 for 2 hours (which…read moreincludes kayak, paddle & life-jacket), then $8 for every hour after that. The kayaks are already lined up at the launch point until the day is over. Go play, then after you return your rental gear, go pay. The Susquehanna River is a gentle river...the water is more like that of a bay or a lake. There are beaches and islands to explore. There are marinas and and docks so there is some traffic areas with boaters and jet-skiers, but it isn't daunting...just stick to the river bank until you're comfortable...you will be paddling in the middle of the river, soaking up the view like a pro before you even realize it! The staff is really, really nice, friendly and helpful. I highly recommend spending the day on the Susquehanna and Shank's Mare. note: the launch point is directly across the shop where there is public parking, picnic tables, docks, fishing, duck feeding, etc.