Piney Run Park is a fantastic destination for nature enthusiasts and families seeking outdoor adventures in Sykesville, Maryland. Nestled at 30 Martz Rd, this park offers a wide range of activities including kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing, and hiking. The park's stunning lakeside views and well-maintained trails make it a popular spot for both relaxation and exploration.
Piney Run Park is known for its beautiful open spaces and flat, easy trails that are perfect for all skill levels. The lakeside trail offers a serene environment where visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the area while engaging in activities like kayaking or fishing. The nature center is particularly popular with families and educators, offering an educational experience akin to a small museum.
Customer feedback highlights the park's beauty, ease of access, and variety of activities. Visitors praise the nature center as a must-see attraction, especially for children, and the boat rentals as an excellent way to enjoy the lake. The park's commitment to preserving natural beauty while offering outdoor fun makes it a top choice for visitors of all ages.
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Barbecue grill
Basketball court
Has a tennis court
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Slides
Swings
Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards
Good for kids
Good for kids birthday
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
Dogs allowed
Beautiful wide open views at the boat ramp area. The lakeside trail takes you to the natural center on one side and the boat house and beyond on the other side. It’s flat and easy but could be a little bit wet sometimes. Picnic tables are conveniently located by the lake. It’s a great place to relax and enjoy nature with lots of outdoor activities like kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing, hiking. You can see maple syrup harvesting starts from early spring on the trail near the nature center. There is a park entrance fee per vehicle: Carroll County Residents $6, non residents $12, all seniors 62 and over are free
Went here for a day trip with family. We got a paddle boat, checked out the nature center and the playgrounds. We were so impressed by the nature center. It is very much like a small museum, perfect for school age children. The paddle boat trip was an excellent workout!
It was so nice out we decide to go walk around the park. Made our way down to the water and found a bench in a shady quiet spot. Enjoyed water the kayakers and other boaters. Watched a snake swim around in the water…just glad he stayed IN the water. Saw lots of deer and other wildlife.
This place is very big and absolutely beautiful! I hiked this yesterday and will be taking my teen daughter and younger son tomorrow. It also has jungle gyms and play areas for younger kids. You do have to pay 12 dollars if a non Carroll County resident but it's well worth it. Pavilions are also available to rent for parties and such, it's a very nice place to enjoy nature.
Beautiful park. Spend the day enjoying the outdoors. Explore the nature center and the beautiful views. Rent a kayak or boat for as little or as much time as u want.There is something for everyone to enjoy. Bring a book, walk, fish, boat, kayak, or just relax. Be sure to bring food and drinks. Piney Run does not offer any food. I was hoping for a food truck on-site, but unfortunately, there were none. I hope the park will consider partnering with some vendors in the future. This could be a great draw to the park. "Food trucks in the park" has a nice ring to it. I would attend an event like this. I would also be willing to visit the park more often and stay longer. Sometimes, it's all about the convenience for me. If you are a Carroll County resident, it's $6 to enter. Non-residents are $12. This price is per vehicle. Get outdoors and support your local parks!