The Park Visitor Welcome Kit is created at in partnership with

Maryland State Parks or tax payers.

Funding is generously provided by its partners

and 20% of the net proceeds are donated to

your state parks.

Supporting our partners is a great way to say “thank you” for their

contribution. Find out more at

www.20forparks.com

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Connect with nature, learn about our wildlife habitat.

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Patapsco Valley State Park

As we work to expand outdoor opportunities for all Maryland children, our State Parks are great places for our youngest citizens — and those young at heart — to pursue the Maryland Children’s Bill of Rights…

Discover & connect with our natural worldPlay & learn outdoors • Splash & swim in the waterCamp under the stars • Follow a trail • Catch a fishWatch wildlife • Explore wild places close to home

Celebrate our culture & heritageShare nature with a great mentor or teacher

Whatever your age, interest or ability, we wish you a safe, memorable experience, and invite you to visit again soon.

Martin O’Malley, Governor

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Maryland State Park Passport: $75.00/In-state ($100 Out-of-state)Entrance to all parks for up to 10 people in a single vehicle, unlimited boat launch, 10% off state-operated concession and boat rentals.

Youth Group Pass: $50.00Unlimited day-use entry for youth groups and camping at parks with designated areas.

Golden Age Pass: FREEFREE day-use entry for state residents 62 and older and half-price camping Sunday through Thursday.

Access Maryland Pass: FREEFREE day-use pass for individuals with disabilities plus one other person.

Visit www.dnr.maryland.gov for more information or an application.

• Alcoholic beverages are prohibited, except in specifically designated areas or by permit.

• State Parks are TRASH-FREE. Please carry out what you carry in.

• Camping, fires and vehicles are allowed in designated areas only.

• Removing, disturbing, damaging or destroying plants, rocks, minerals or animals is prohibited.

• All boaters should wear a Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD). Children under 7 are required to wear a PFD.

• The Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive insect, is killing ash trees in Maryland. To prevent their spread, bringing firewood into State Parks is prohibited.

• Firewood can be purchased at the park.

• State Parks close at sunset, except for camping areas.

Welcome to your Maryland State Parks! We hope you have the safest, most enjoyable visit possible. Please help us keep our parks safe and clean by following these guidelines:

• Pets are permitted in designated areas of most parks and must be leashed at all times. Always pick up after your pet.

• Helmets are required for children under 16 on bicycles, scooters and in-line skates.

• Weapons are prohibited, except for those used for hunting in designated areas.

• All types of fireworks are prohibited.

EMERGENCY: Dial 911 or contact the 24-hour DNR Communications Center at (410) 260-8888 to contact Natural Resources Police or a Park Ranger.

If you observe suspicious activity, vandalism or safety hazards, please report these problems to any park employee or call Park Watch at 1-800-825-PARK (7275).

Every effort is made to expand accessibility to include people with disabilities in Maryland State Parks and public lands.

For a complete listing, go to: www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/accesssforall.asp

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General Park Information: (800) 830-3974 or (410) 260-8186 www.dnr.maryland.gov

Camping Reservations: http://reservations.dnr.state.md.us (888) 432-2267