At Patapsco Valley State Park, we are deeply committed to supporting visitors with special needs and ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, can enjoy all that PVSP has to offer. Accessibility isn’t an afterthought for us; it’s central to how we think about the park experience, from our trail system to our programming.
Returning in 2027…
01-01-27 – PVSP Adaptive First Day Hike
03-26-27 – Adaptive Open House
04-11-27 – McKeldin 501 – FPVSP/Catalyst Adaptive Cycling
04-18-27 – Daniels – Adaptive Kayaking
05-15-27 – Adaptive Open House – New This Year!
06-06-27 – McKeldin 501 – FPVSP/Catalyst Adaptive Cycling
06-19-27 – Adaptive Open House – New This Year!
07-11-27 – Daniels – Adaptive Kayaking
07-18-27 – McKeldin 501 – FPVSP/Catalyst Adaptive Cycling
08-01-27 – McKeldin 501 – FPVSP/Catalyst Adaptive Cycling
08-22-27 – Daniels – Adaptive Kayaking
09-12-27 – McKeldin 501 – FPVSP/Catalyst Adaptive Cycling
09-26-27 – Daniels – Adaptive Kayaking
11-06-27 – Veterans Day Adaptive Open House – New This Year!
11-06-27 – Pickall – Adaptive Hunting
New In 2027… Adaptive Open Houses!
Join the Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park for a day of activity and community at our Adaptive Open House. Come hike, fish, or simply hang out in the park with our adaptive community — whatever sounds fun to you. No experience is necessary, and everyone is welcome!
Hike. Fish. Connect.
- Friday, March 26th
- Saturday, May 15th
- Saturday, June 19th
- Saturday, November 6th
Get to Know our Partners!
We’re thrilled to have partnerships with organizations that bring specialized expertise and adaptive equipment to the park, making it possible for even more visitors to get outside, explore, and connect with nature. These collaborations expand what’s possible for every user, whether through adaptive recreation gear, trained staff and volunteers, or programming designed with accessibility built in from the start.
Our adaptive programing has received awards from organizations including The Maryland Department of Disabilities, The Make a Difference Award from the Community Foundation of Howard County, The Baltimore Community Foundation, and The Maryland Tourism Coalition. We are committed to advancing our adaptive programming, allowing for easy park access to all user groups.
Our Adaptive Trails
The Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park has funded and installed a 5-mile adaptive trail network in the McKeldin Area of Patapsco Valley State Park, part of FPVSP’s broader initiative to increase access for all visitors, especially those with disabilities.
Looking ahead, the Woodstock Project will add five more miles of adaptive trails, growing the network to a full 10 miles, making it the first and largest adaptive trail network in Maryland’s state parks. Together, these projects reflect FPVSP’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that every visitor, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to fully experience our shared natural resource.
