Patapsco Valley State Park

Attention: ​The Hilton Area restroom will be closed for approximately one week beginning March 11 and re-opening on March 18 or earlier. Contractors will be in the Hilton Area replacing a large water valve system that supplies water to our Orange Grove Area. Shelter 223 will also be closed during this period. Porta pots will be available next to the restroom during the closure period. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your understanding

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Contact: 410-461-5005​
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Baltimore and Howard Counties

Patapsco Valley State Park
8020 Baltimore National Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21043​

Hours: 9 a.m. to Sunset

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Plan Ahead, Parks Can Fill Up 

Patapsco Valley State Park extends along 32 ​miles of the Patapsco River, encompassing 16,043 acres and eight developed recreational areas. Recreational opportunities include hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing, horseback and mountain bike trails, as well as picnicking for individuals or large groups in the park’s many popular pavilions.


​Photo by Rob Dyke​

The park is nationally known for its trail opportunities and scenery. We have over 200 miles of trails, with 70 of those miles identified as maintained trails. There are hiker-only trails and multi-use trails accessible from many areas of Patapsco.​



Around the Park!

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​​ALERTS!

January 27th - Klondike Derby - Mckeldin area

McKeldin area park users, please be advised that the annual Klondike Derby will be occurring on January 27th, 2024 in the McKeldin area. This event has been know to draw over 1,500 scouts/parents and will be an all day event using much of the McKeldin area including its trails. Trail and day use patrons may want to consider using one of our many other beautiful areas within Patapsco Valley State Park during this event.



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