
As spring arrives in Maryland, between the last patches of snow, blades of grass, and early flowers reach for the warmth of the sun. As our real estate agents show you the finest Baltimore homes for sale, look for the many lovely parks nearby that will add to your enjoyment of the neighborhood. Here are just a few examples.
- Patterson Park - 2601 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21224
The oldest park in Baltimore, Patterson Park was where American soldiers stood in defense of the British in the War of 1812. Just 15 years later, 6 acres of the land was donated by William Patterson in order to form a public walk. Over the next several years, more space was acquired and the park became a celebration of 19th-century design, with architecture in a number of different styles. The centerpiece structure is a Victorian pagoda used for summer concerts. Today, it remains one of the most widely used parks in the city, with more than 4,000 acres of exquisite green space.
- Canton Waterfront Park - 3001 Boston St., Baltimore, MD 21224
For a fabulous view of Baltimore Harbor, you can't beat this 8-acre recreation area. Perfect for a picnic under the trees, the park is also a frequent site of local festivals. It's a great spot for pier fishing and offers several trails. The lush grounds of Canton Waterfront Park house the Korean War Memorial honoring the Maryland soldiers who perished in that conflict.
- Middle Branch Park - 3301 Waterview Ave., Baltimore, MD 21230
Stretching along the Patapsco River, this 150-acre park is home to a wildlife observatory area, a boardwalk, and a fantastic view of the Baltimore skyline. When the cherry trees bloom in spring, the aroma is as splendid as the lovely pink blossoms. The Baltimore Rowing Club resource center can also be found at Middle Branch Park. Other amenities include pier fishing, crabbing, and kayaking. You'll find plenty of benches to just sit and relax.
- Sherwood Gardens - 4310 Underwood Rd., Baltimore, MD 21218
Spring in Sherwood Gardens brings a riot of color with 80,000 tulips, wisteria, magnolias, and more spread across 6 acres. This lovely private park is free of charge and open year-round. The enormous collection of beautiful plants includes specimens collected from Colonial estates, some dating to the 18th century. Visitors are welcome to Sherwood Gardens from dawn until dusk.
- Druid Hill Park - 900 Druid Park Lake Dr., Baltimore. MD 21217
At 745 acres, this is the first large municipal park in Baltimore and the third oldest in the nation. Within its confines, you will find plenty of picnic groves and pavilions, a Zen garden, and the Howard Peter Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens. The greenhouses of the conservatory include a Desert greenhouse featuring plants that can withstand up to 125 degrees F in the daytime dropping to as low as 10 degrees in the night. One of the most impressive offerings is the Orchid Room, with more than 30,000 species and 100,000 registered hybrids. In addition to athletic fields, the Druid Hills Reservoir is a man-made lake with bicycle paths.
- Meadowood Regional Park - 10650 Falls Rd., Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
If you're considering Lutherville-Timonium homes for sale, you'll want to see Meadowood Regional Park. Located just north of the Baltimore Beltway, Meadowood offers athletic fields, picnic pavilion, and paved walking path. sparkling streams cross the park next to forest buffer areas. These trees serve to protect the water quality of the streams and hide neighboring developments from view to help you forget you are in a city. Pavilions can be reserved for private parties.
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