When two wonder-powers get together to make the park's special places even more special, you don't want to miss being part of that change! Please join us on Friday, March 13th at 1:00 pm at the Sherwood House to help prepare the Honor Garden and the Sherwood Herb Garden for the spring. Activities include cutting back dead
Come join us to learn about the Phoenix Wildlife Center; its mission, its research projects, and how wildlife rehabilitation supports populations in decline. Questions are welcome!!! Now in its 26th year, this 100% community supported organization is here for YOU and the animals we save. Speaker: Kathy Woods will share her experiences with all participants.
Sat, April 25 9am-3pm All Ages. Clearing out some Black-eyed Susan’s? Want to plant some Butterfly weed? Bring in your potted native plants and take home something new! Please label your plants to include basic information (name of plant, sun, shade, wet, dry…) so they can thrive in the new home. Please drop off plants
Fri, May 1 8pm-9:30pm Lantern Light Night Hike – Ages 8+. Upcycle pantry cans into glowing lanterns, then join a Naturalist for a magical nighttime adventure. As we explore the trails under the stars, your handmade lantern will light the way! $6/person REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sat, May 2 1:30pm-3pm Springtime Bug Bonanza – Ages 5 to 12, with an Adult. As the weather warms, the ground comes alive! Meet the fascinating insects emerging in spring, discover their secret roles in the ecosystem, and make a fun insect-inspired craft to take home. $3/child. Meet at the Sherwood House – Sherwood Farm
Sun, May 3 9am-11am Let’s Go O’s! – Ages 12+. These neo-tropical migrants return to Cromwell Valley each spring to build their nests and raise young. Come experience the Baltimore and Orchard Orioles in action as we walk the park’s trails. Bring binoculars if you have them. FREE! REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sat, May 9 9am-11am Drop in Gardening! – Ages 13+, with an Adult. Join us for a morning in the garden. We provide direction, gloves, tools, and water. You bring a hat, sunscreen and a little energy. Drop-in program. FREE!
Sun, May 10 1pm-2:30pm Historic Lime Kiln Bottom – Ages 14+. Cromwell Valley was once known as Lime Kiln Hollow, or Bottom. Hike to the reconstructed kilns on the Blue Trail, learn their history, and then bush whack to see others which have been hidden by nature over time. $3/person REGISTRATION REQUIRED
May 15, 2026 - 6 pm - 8 pm - in the Sherwood House $10 p/person drinks and desserts provided - Ages 18+ Jen will discuss the history of humans and fire in the eastern United States and the importance of fire in maintaining healthy ecosystem function and to complete plant life cycles. She will
April 25 2 pm – 4 pm May 9 2 pm – 4 pm May 23 2 pm – 4 pm We will remove invasive plants from the park and in
30's and Birdies on Thursday Want a fun night out after work with like-minded folks? Join other 30-year olds for a casual birding hike (2 miles) scouting for Baltimore Orioles and other migratory birds of Cromwell Valley Park. Come alone or with a friend and enjoy! Thursday, June 4th from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday, June 23rd - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Join other 30-year olds for a casual hike (2 miles) scouting for Baltimore Orioles and other resident birds of Cromwell Valley Park along the Minebank Run and in some of our old-growth fields. We will depart from the LOWER LOT of McFaul's Iron Horse Tavern. Cost is
Monday, June 29th - 5:30 - 7:45 pm Join us for an evening hike for women and non-binary folks. We’ll hike a figure-8 loop of 4 miles at a moderate pace, exploring the park’s beautiful woodland trails and old-growth meadows. We’ll cross a couple of streams and climb a hill or two – a nice
Thursday, July 16th - 5 pm - 7 pm Join us for an evening hike for women and non-binary folks. We’ll hike a loop of 4 miles at a moderate pace, exploring the park’s beautiful woodland trails and old-growth meadows. We’ll cross a couple of streams and climb a hill or two – a nice
Event Registration: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/cvpchikingandbirdingevents/event/hikethroughhistory8-1/ Saturday, August 1st at 9:00 am Join us for narrated Hike through History of Cromwell Valley Park. Enjoy a narrated hike of 3.5 miles at a moderate pace, exploring the park’s beautiful woodland trails and old-growth meadows, while learning about its architectural and farming history. Distance: 3.5 miles Elevation Change: 300 feet
Three Summer Events! Register for one or for all! Join other 30-year olds for a casual hike (2 miles) scouting for non-migratory resident birds of Cromwell Valley Park along the Minebank Run and in some of our old-growth fields. Get your appetite whet for fall migration, with more dates coming soon! Cost is
Tuesday, August 11th at 5:45 pm Join us for an advanced-level 5 mile hike on the upper trails of Cromwell Valley Park. Enjoy an evening hike at a moderate pace from the Sherwood House up to highests elevation in the park and then back to the Sherwood House. Please only register if physically able
Join us for an evening hike for women and non-binary folks. We’ll hike a loop of 4 miles at a moderate pace, exploring the park’s beautiful woodland trails and old-growth meadows. We’ll cross a couple of streams and climb a hill or two – a nice challenge! This hike is a dedicated, welcoming space for
Join us for some guided hiking in Cromwell Valley Park. Meeting place: We’ll begin from the Sherwood side. Cromwell Valley Park has two entrances. Please use the first entrance off Cromwell Bridge Road (if coming from the Beltway) - 2002 Cromwell Bridge Road, Parkville, MD 21234. Meeting at the picnic tables in front of the
August 15 10 am-noon August 29 10 am-noon September 12 10am-noon September 26 10am-noon We will remove invasive plants from the park and in warmer weather, also plant natives and maintain restored habitat – great opportunities for high school students for community service and volunteers who like to work outdoors. We usually meet at the
Join other 30-year olds for a casual hike (2 miles) scouting for migratory birds of Cromwell Valley Park along the Minebank Run and in some of our old-growth fields. Anything goes during Fall Migration! Cost is $5 per person with all funds supporting Cromwell Valley Park Council, Inc., the 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU VOLUNTEER WITH CROMWELL VALLEY PARK. Please join Cromwell Valley Park Council as we host volunteer service days to scrape and paint the Sherwood Fence through these dates in September. This year, due to the construction that has closed the Willow Grove entrance to the park, visitors for the Fall
Monday, September 7th - Slow-birding for Migration 8:15 am - 10:00 am Join us for the height of fall migration for a slow-paced bird walk around the Minebank Run trail looking for migratory birds. What is Mindful Birding and Who Should Attend? This slow, mindful birding and nature observation event is for beginner birdwatchers and
Join other 30-year olds for a casual hike (2 miles) scouting for migratory birds of Cromwell Valley Park along the Minebank Run and in some of our old-growth fields. Anything goes during Fall Migration! Cost is $5 per person with all funds supporting Cromwell Valley Park Council, Inc., the 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU VOLUNTEER WITH CROMWELL VALLEY PARK. Please join Cromwell Valley Park Council as we host volunteer service days to scrape and paint the Sherwood Fence through these dates in September. This year, due to the construction that has closed the Willow Grove entrance to the park, visitors for the Fall
Join us for some guided hiking in Cromwell Valley Park and Loch Raven. Members-only event. Meeting place: We’ll begin from the Sherwood side. Cromwell Valley Park has two entrances. Please use the first entrance off Cromwell Bridge Road (if coming from the Beltway) - 2002 Cromwell Bridge Road, Parkville, MD 21234. Meeting at the picnic
Cromwell Valley Park Office
(Sherwood House)
2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
GPS: 39.415, -76.552
Phone: 410-887-2503
TDD: 410-887-5319
Willow Grove Nature Education Center
2175 Cromwell Bridge Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
GPS: 39.417, -76.548
Please remember that the Park itself is open only during daylight hours, sunrise to sunset.
In case of inclement weather, the Nature Center and activities follow Baltimore County Pubic Schools. Check the BCPS Website for the latest information on closing. If closing early, all evening activities at the Park are cancelled.
On Saturdays and Sundays when the office is closed, you may call the Nature Education Center.
Note: The addresses (2002 and 2175) are really for Post Office use. If used on a GPS, they may take you to a strange place in the park, or leave you on the main road. Use the GPS coordinates instead.
The Cromwell Valley Park Council (CVPC) is a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the stewardship of Cromwell Valley Park as a public space for passive recreation and School Programs. The CVPC works in cooperation with the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks and other entities to maintain, preserve and protect the natural environment and historic structures in the Park.
The Cromwell Valley Park Council is not an official site for Baltimore County Government.