River Cleaning
Generally, river cleanups involve walking along a shoreline or paddling in boats to remove typical debris like bottles, food containers, and packaging. But in the case of the FPVSP, trash cleanup is anything but typical. Volunteers and garbage bags were replaced by tow trucks and dump trucks. Read more...
Dam Be Gone!
Friend's continued efforts towards Patapsco River dam removal are starting to pay off! Many have participated in the work and FPVSP want to thank all those who have helped to realize these river restoration projects.
Invasive Sightings
Help Control Wavyleaf Basketgrass. If you've seen this NEW and Highly Invasive Species, Report Your Sightings
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The Patapsco Valley State Park extends along 32 miles of the Patapsco River, encompassing 16,000 acres and five developed recreational areas. Recreational opportunities include hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing, horseback riding trails, nature and history study, as well as picnicking for individuals or large groups in the park's many popular pavilions.
Avalon Visitor's Center | 410-737 0451 Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park, Inc. | 8020 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21043 | 410-737-0451 Patapsco Valley State Park | 8020 Baltimore National Pike Ellicott City, MD 21043 | 410-461-5005The Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park is a non-profit organization that assists park staff in achieving their goals of providing quality services, facilities and programs to park visitors. The group raises funds to support special projects and park improvements.
