Parks in Baltimore

Spanning across 137 acres, Patterson Park is placed to offer the best view to its visitors. Yet another destination that witnessed historical battles, today this park in Baltimore stands as a centre of recreation and relaxation. The landscaping of the park is tastefully done with paved walkways and greenery in the backdrop. Located in the south east Baltimore, the park houses a pagoda on the hilltop that was used as an observatory back in the day. This pagoda is open to the public and is a must visit as it offers a bird eye view of the rest of the park.

Address : 2601 E Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD 21224, United States

Contact : +1 410-396-3100

Timings : Every day 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Built in : 1827

Number of entry points : 4 (One in each corner)

Entry fee : Free of cost

Free parking : Available

Wheelchair friendly : No

Dog friendly : No

Highlights :

• Boat lake
• Marble fountain
• Fishing and festivals
• Pagoda
• Pulaski monument
• Swimming pool
• Ice skating rink 

• American Coot
• Wood Ducks
• Great Blue Herons
• Great Egrets

• Mallard Ducks
• Fish
• Frog
• Turtles

Riverside Park is 17 acre huge and is a quiet place to spend some quality time. This park in Baltimore has a little free library, swings and swings where kids enjoy along with a small gazebo. This otherwise quaint park becomes a lively place when there is live music playing and is certainly worth visiting irrespective.

Highlight :

• Marble fountain
• Trails
• Skipper
• Public pool

Federal Hill Park is an iconic park in Baltimore. Spread over 10.3 acres, this whopping designed landscape is of great historic significance. Located on the Southern Shore, this park is popular for its hill top view that oversees the stunning inner harbour. The space has a plush surroundings with ample options for playing and relaxing. Just by chance, if you happen to be in Baltimore on the 4 July, do visit the hill summit for the splendid spectacle of Independence Day fireworks.

Address : 300 Warren Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230, United States

Timings : 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Amenities : Park benches

• Picnic area
• Playground
• Volleyball and basketball court

• National Heritage Area
• Designated in National Register of Historic Places

• Reach the hilltop by either climbing 100 stairs or go rolling
• Weekends tend to be very crowded

Flanking on the north west of Baltimore, Druid Hill Park is one of the cleanest parks in Baltimore. Being the oldest landscaped public park in the area, you are likely to find glimpses of the cultural past in the historic structures housed in the arena. With ample space for playing jogging, running and riding, Druid Hill Park is frequented by visitors for the Maryland zoo and sports fields like baseball, basketball courts and tennis courts. It has one of the best golf courses in the area with 18 holes and facilitates hiking through Jones Falls Trail. The Park holds the annual Charm City Cyclocross bicycle race every year in September which is a major cycling event in the east coast of the US. With so much going around, this park is a lively place to be!

Address : 900 Druid Park Lake Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217, United States

Timings : Every day 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Contact : +1 410-396-7900

Built in : 1860

Dog friendly : Yes

Wheelchair friendly : No

Entry fee : Free of cost

How to reach : By car or cab

Free parking : Available

Covering approximately 1200 acres, Gwynns Falls Leakin Park is the largest Woodland Park in the east coast city. The idea for this park in Baltimore was conceived with the motive of preserving Gwynns falls and its inhabiting life forms. Today, the Leakin Park supports a diverse topography like valleys, ridge tops, lakes and meadows. Apart from the normal playing and exercising the park is an excellent place to go hiking and traversing biking trails.

Address : 4921 Windsor Mill Rd, Gwynn Oak, MD 21207, United States

Contact : +1 410-396-3835

Timings : Open 24 hours everyday

Built in : 1908

Dog friendly : Yes (only leashed)

Wheelchair friendly : No

Parking : Not available

Entry fee : Free of cost

How to reach : By car or cab

Caution :

• Bridges are old and frisky
• Unpaved trails
• Do not visit alone

Clifton Park is an estate turned city park in Baltimore. Spread over 266 acres, the park is inspired by English landscaping technique and has lush green lawns and a mansion that add to its appeal. It has one of the most stunning golf courts and tennis courts in the city. The open area offers a mind-boggling skyline view of Baltimore which looks picturesque during the sunset. The Vegan fest held at Clifton Park is something that you must attend if you happen to be here.

Address : 2801 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21218, United States

Contact : +1 410-396-9330


Timings : Mondays, Wednesday to Friday - 12:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesdays - 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Saturdays – 12 noon to 6:00 PM
Sundays – 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Founded in : 1801

Dog friendly : No

Wheelchair friendly : No

Parking : Not available

Entry fee : Free of cost

How to reach : By car or cab

Achievement : Designated in the National Register of Historic Places

Chinquapin Run Park is a narrow park that meanders alongside the Chinquapin Run rendering it an integral part of the Herring Run. This park in Baltimore has one of the best foliage making it lush with flora and unparalleled tree cover. Owing to its serpentine course, Chinquapin Run Park is perfect for picnics, a brisk walk, jogging and hiking.

Address : Baltimore, MD 21212, United States

Timings : Open 24 hours every day

Dog friendly : Yes

Wheelchair friendly : No

Parking : Not available

How to reach : By car or cab


Sports facilities :

• Tennis Court
• Soccer field

Canton Waterfront Park bears testimony of the city’s glorious historic past. This park in Baltimore is renowned for its Korean War Memorial that pays a tribute to 527 Mary Landers. With the magnificent view of Fort McHenry, the park is a perfect location for boat ramps and fishing (non licensed). Covering a sprawling area of 8 acres, Canton Waterfront Park is a perfect place to spend some time outdoors with friends, family or just by yourself to read or exercise. If you plan to visit this park, look out for its special events like Blue Angels Air Show, Baltimore Seafood Festival and Baltimore Craft Beer Festival.

Address : 3001 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224, United States

Contact : +1 410-396-7931

Timings : Every day 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

How to reach : Accessible through MTA bus routes


Built in : 1828

Amenities :

• Paved walkways
• Benches
• 100 plus bicycle racks

• Proximity to gas stations
• Proximity to nearby address

Carroll Park is located in Pigtown village towards South West Baltimore. This park in Baltimore is the third oldest city park with a sprawling area of 117 acres with basketball courts, baseball fields, skate parks and nine other sports venues. The Park gets its main footfall from the golf course which has nine holes. Every year Carroll Park organises a German first that celebrates craft, art and food. If you’re in the city during that time, it is something you must not miss.

Address : 1500 Washington Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21230, United States

Timings : Every day 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Contact : +1 410-396-7931

Founded in : 1910

Dog friendly : Yes

Wheelchair friendly : No

Free parking : Available

Entry fee : Free of cost (golf course is chargeable)

How to reach :

• 15 trolleys coming from Lansdowne Avenue
• 10 trolleys coming from Girard Avenue