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 Eldersburg
Parks and Recreation Guide
All directions
are from the intersection of routes 32 and 26. Unless otherwise
noted, all parks and recreational facilities are open from dusk
to dawn. More information from Carroll County's Recreation and Parks
department can be found at www.cccgovernment.carr.org or 410-386-2103.
Carroll
County Public School grounds:
Many don't realize that the grounds and playground equipment of
our local Carroll County Public Schools are open to the public when
not in use by its students for events and training. This includes
the tennis courts and tracks at area high schools. This privilege
also provides a safe environment for children to ride bikes. There
is usually plenty of free parking available too.
Carrolltowne
Tennis Courts:
The Carrolltowne tennis courts are located next to the Eldersburg
Public Library on W. Hemlock Road. These two gated tennis courts
are unknown to many, but open to the public.
Freedom
Park:
Freedom Park is located at 100 Raincliffe Road. Take Rt. 32 south
and turn left onto Raincliffe Road. The park is at the top of the
first hill on the right. This is one of the largest community parks
in the area with many ball fields and multipurpose fields. You will
also find a tot lot and concession stand, which is open periodically
during game times. There are picnic tables, grills and pavilions
to use as well.
The Freedom Area Recreation Council uses these fields for many of
their sporting activities. For program information go to:
www.freddomarearec.com.
Hodges
Park:
Hodges Park is located at 5630 Hodges Road. From the intersection
of routes 26 and 32, take Route 32 North, left on Johnsville Road,
right on Bartholow Road and a right on Hodges Road. The park is
on the left.
This is a locked facility, but can be reserved through the Freedom
Area Recreation Council. There are two ball fields and one multi-purpose
field.
Liberty
Reservoir:
The Eldersburg entrance to the Liberty Reservoir is located at 5685
Oakland Mills Road. Go east on Rt. 26 and turn left onto Oakland
Mills Road. To go down to the first entrance, make an immediate
right. There you will find a boat ramp and a small parking lot.
The second entrance is a little farther down Oakland Mills Road
on the right. This entrance also has a boat ramp and more open grassy
areas for picnicking. Hours are 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
This site is
great for bird watching and fishing. In fact, this is a favorite
fishing spot where some have caught state record-sized striped bass
and trout. Boat fishing is allowed from March 31-December 31.
Horseback riding and biking are also popular in this area.
When visiting the many Liberty Reservoir sights, please be aware
that there is no fishing allowed between Liberty Road and Liberty
Dam.
Swimming is also prohibited.
Mayeski
Park:
Mayeski Park is located at 1300 W. Old Liberty Road, just past South
Carroll High School, off of Rt. 26. Follow the road next to the
stadium. This park is the home to the Winfield Recreation Council's
large athletic program. There are many ball fields, multipurpose
fields and volleyball courts, as well as a tot lot and pavilions.
Obrecht
Road Field:
The Obrecht Road Field is located at 100 E. Obrecht Road. Take Rt.
32 south for 2 miles, then turn right onto Springfield Avenue. Turn
right again onto 3rd Avenue. Third Avenue becomes Obrecht Road.
The Sykesville Little League uses the baseball field that resides
here.
Old
Liberty Road Park:
This park is located at 100 W. Old Liberty Road and faces the Century
High School and Linton Springs complex. There is a multipurpose
field and ball field at this park.
Patapsco
Valley State Park
McKeldin Area:
The 1,403-acre McKeldin Area of the Patapsco State Park is located
on Marriottsville Road in Carroll County. Take Rt. 26 east to Ridge
Road; turn right. At the stop sign, turn right onto Marriottsville
Road 2.
This ends at Marriottsville Road. Turn left. The park is on the
right-hand side. On the weekends, an entrance fee of $2 per person
is collected at the gate. Children in car seats are not charged.
During the week the fee is $4 per car. The park is open from 9 a.m.
to sunset.
There are two
tot lots, several ball fields, basketball courts and volleyball
areas available at McKeldin. There are two large pavilions equipped
with grills and a fireplace and eight smaller pavilions throughout
the park. Hiking, biking and equestrian trails abound at this park.
A unique feature to McKeldin is a disc golf course (Frisbee golf).
Players come from far and wide to use the course on the grounds
of this beautiful park.
The north and
south branches of the Patapsco River unite in McKeldin.
There is also a cascading rapids area within the park. There are
many small beach areas that are great for fishing and hiking. Swimming
is not permitted due to dangerous undercurrents. Overnight use is
limited to group youth camping by reservation only.
The Patapsco
Valley State Park office number is 410-461-5005 and can be found
on the web at www.dnr.maryland.gov.
Piney
Run Park:
Piney Run Park is located at 30 Martz Road. Take Rt. 26 west and turn left onto White Rock Road. Then turn left onto Martz Road. An entrance fee is collected at the gate. The fee is $5 per car ($8 for out-of-county residents) or $30 per season, March-October ($40 for out-of-county residents). Park hours are 6 a.m. to sunset daily between April 1 and October 31, closing times are posted at the entrance gate, please call. During the off-season, November 1-March 31, parking is permitted outside the entrance gate from sunrise to sunset.
The park is centered around Piney Run Reservoir, a 300-acre lake that was completed by the Corps of Engineers in 1974. Two boat ramps are available for use, however, gasoline motors are prohibited. Boat rentals, including paddleboats, rowboats, kayaks and canoes, are available at the boathouse. Night crawlers are sold during the park season, call for availability. A number of fishing tournaments are held throughout the year, including some night fishing opportunities. No boats are allowed on the lake during off-season, but fishing is permitted from the shoreline.
Two large tot lots, tennis and basketball courts are available for use at Piney Run. There are also many pavilions for rent and nice picnic areas.
Hiking trails are plentiful around the reservoir and through the woods too. New trail maps are in development and will be available soon, please ask at the gatehouse during the in-season.
Piney Run Park also hosts a terrific Nature Center that provides approximately 300 programs each year to the general public. Activities serve a wide range of ages from preschoolers to senior citizens. Popular ongoing programs include nature camps, Mommy and Me programs, Country Holiday Craft Workshops, stargazing parties, field trips, an Apple Festival and After-School Adventures.
The center is open year-round. From April 1 through October 31, hours
are: Tue-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat and Sun 1-5 p.m. From November 1 through March 31, hours are: Tue-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There are dozens of exhibits, including live reptiles, amphibians, vultures, and owls.
School programs are offered year-round. The naturalists are available to answer questions, lead hikes, and present programs. The center works cooperatively with Piney Run Recreation and Conservation Council.
For information about Piney Run Park call 410-795-3274 or the Nature Center at 410-795-6043.
Sykesville
Area Parks:
There are also many small public parks in nearby Sykesville. Please
check www. sykesville.net/sykesville_parks.html. This link provides
information, photos and directions to Beach Park, Shannon Run Park,
Harold Burkett Park, Millard Cooper Park, Lexington Run, Jones Park,
Sykesville Linear trail, Little Sykes Railway Park, Bloomfield Park,
and Old Main Line Park.
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