Had a great hike. Long trail with slight ups and downs, relatively easy. Good for kids, dogs and…read moreelderly people. We happened to went during woodfrogs season, recorded the sounds, frogs jumping and saw countless tadpoles , it was a treat for the kids. Our puppy Neo had a great time meeting new friends along the trail and playing with the leaves

Nice easy trail that is great for walking, walking your dog, or taking a stroll in nature. Not a…read morelot of scenery, but it gets you out in nature and that really helps if you have been cooped up at home during the Covid Pandemic. There are some very minor bridges here or there and a lot of people come here to run. Please remember to wear your mask as you are passing people constantly. There are several points of entry. I entered from the Damascus side where there are a bunch of townhomes and there is not a lot of parking, but a decent amount. I can see it being really difficult on a Saturday for parking though. Also, when you are exiting, it can get dangerous. Cars are coming from both sides and it is difficult to see if there are any incoming cars when the cars next to you are blocking your view. Just exit VERY slowly to be safe. There are some streams and water/ponds on the trail. Nothing spectacular, but there so its not just dirt and trees. You may run into some deer here or there because its Maryland. I just like the fact that this is an option for a good 20-30 minute walk and another 20-30 minute walk back.

This is a wonderful dog park.Very nice well maintained and there are grassy areas in the enclosed…read moreareas . They have different fenced in areas based on the size of your dog.

Friendly people, happy dogs and it was clean, fencing around the areas were kept up…read more The only thing is the bathroom yuck

Mullinix Park is a small park just off the Carroll Creek Park on the way to Baker Park. It's near a…read morepool and comes with plenty of green space. There's a small playground with climbing equipment, swings and rocks to climb on. My toddler was a little disappointed there were no slides. Next to the playground are restrooms and a small picnic pavillion.

Overall I liked the Park. There are a lot of sports fields and a longer walking trail. I wish they…read morehad maps that made the trails understandable. The wooded trail seems to be a bunch of circles so we ended up walking the paved path. Saw some super cute bunnies on the paved path. Add a map and this park is in business!

Awesome find! Clear, rolling, clean and pretty trails. Friendly people. Maybe too many people for a…read more730am walk. 4 stars just because theres no water, but this is a good one for the dogs, just off 70.

Beautiful hiking trail. Peaceful and full of life. The pictures I've attached are some of the…read morewonders I got lucky to see. The trail is paved and wide enough for all. Lots of trees and life.

Nicely manicured trail. There is a large paved path which makes it easy to pass others while…read moreexercising. It winds through the back of a new neighborhood and has various scenery including water, a bridge, and some more covered areas. There is a small parking lot off the intersection on New Design, diagonal from Giant.

Mixed Experience with Several Issues - did a graduation party…read more Location & Accessibility: Damascus National Park Shelter A is located three entrances down from the main park entrance. Don't get lost and sits down a hill, requiring you to take the sidewalk route rather than going directly to the shelter. This makes it a longer walk when carrying supplies for events. The park has three other shelters, but they were all booked for our date, so we had to settle for this available option. Facilities: The shelter accommodates approximately 60 people seated comfortably, with room for additional standing guests. However, there are significant noise issues - the restroom facilities (separate men's and women's stalls on the left side) create disruptive flushing sounds that carry over to the main seating area. Be aware that they charge extra for electricity at this shelter. *Major Concerns:* Parking nightmare: Located next to a baseball field, parking becomes extremely limited during games. We weren't notified of this conflict when booking. The situation was so bad that police arrived due to people parking on the grass. Double booking confusion or ?? Despite having a confirmed reservation from 9 AM to 9 PM, other people were using the shelter when we arrived, claiming they had it until 1 PM. While they were accommodating and left after we showed our confirmation email, this booking system error was frustrating and shouldn't happen. Privacy issues: The restrooms are used by the general public, not just shelter renters, despite there being a portable facility by the baseball field. Bring extra toilet paper!!! Positives: There are some playground swings for children near the tennis courts, which is a nice touch for families. Bottom Line: Between the parking disasters, booking confusion, noise issues, additional electricity charges, and lack of private facilities, I won't be booking Damascus National Park Shelter A again. I'd recommend booking one of the other three shelters at this park well in advance, or looking at alternative venues that offer more reliable coordination and adequate parking.

All the basic essentials you'd want from a recreational park. Plentiful parking at a couple…read morelocations, tennis and basketball courts, lush sporting fields, semi-covered picnic areas, and an easy mix of natural and paved trails. Playground includes swings and park bench. Joggers and dog-walkers make for light pedestrian traffic. I regret not checking out the less-credited relic of the MoCo Art in the Parks initiative on a breezier day. Despite looking a bit weathered by the elements, the Wind Harps sculpture off of Kings Valley Road was still briefly interesting to look at.

A little disappointed that the nature center was closed last time I visited (closed Mondays and…read moreTuesdays) but I've been here many times and always enjoy the displays and walking around outside (it's connected to Brookside Gardens) ...there's a great bird watching spot inside the nature center and a honeybee hive (and displays of a few local critters). If there is time, I would recommend walking the paths that lead to a small historic cabin and a field where there is another honeybee exhibit--in front is a short walkway around the pond. The deck is a fun place to sit and hang out to enjoy the sound and sight of birds, wind, and trees.

Even though it is winter there's still plenty to do at Brookside Gardens. Maple sugaring days are…read morehere! Learn how maple is harvested and turned into syrup during the month of February. Walk the paths, visit the Harper Family house, House owned by emancipated slaves originally in Poolesville has been relocated to Brookside Gardens. See how many lives in the 1800's. Many trails, birds, bees, a wonderful place to not just expire VW but learn about nature.

This is one of the larger parks I. The Kings Farm HOA complex. There are tennis courts, short…read morebasketball courts, two play grounds and a baseball field. Plenty of free open space for you to let the kids or dogs enjoy. Unfortunately the bathrooms seamed locked both times I tried on two different mornings. Plenty of tree covered walk ways all around as well as all the different flowers to enjoy.

Great park there is two sides one side of the park has the kids park and tables to picnic as well…read moreas open fields to play and run for the kids. The other side has another kids park with two tennis courts and two basketball courts. Great area to have a family day!