Soldiers Delight Natural Environment Area 5100 Deer Park Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117

"We cannot wait to go back to Soldiers Delight! Plenty of parking at the visitors center and the restrooms were very clean. The center had nice educational signage on the walls as well. This morning we hit the 3-ish moderately difficult mile Serpentine Trail and a couple notes: wear water resistant shoes and be prepared for rocks and tree roots. This is not a stroller or accessible trail so keep that in mind, but goodness it is a beautiful trail! The views were gorgeous and if you stopped to listen you'd hear absolutely nothing - it was SO quiet while surrounded by incredible rolling hills. There are several trails marked and we hope to try the Choate mining trail next. The Serpentine trail was very enjoyable and although muddy/watery most of the way, we'd definitely hit this relatively short but moderate trail again."

"Went to walk the serpentine trail and loved it. The trail is somewhat muddy at places and difficult to keep balance, so wear good shoes if you are planning to go there. Vast expanse of land reminds the landscape of northern CA. The landscape is a geological marvel dotted with Virginia pines. Must see for a outdoor lover. The visitor center stuff are really helpful. Enjoyed the turtles there, never had seen/heardcsome of them before."

"Great park, trails are prefect for short family hikes and for all day hikes. Highly recommend. Natural center has lots of information about local plants and wildlife along with trail info. Good parking Simply my favorite place for family hike, trails range from easy 1 mile loop to longer whole day hike."

"A unique terrain in the Maryland region. Recommend parking at the Nature Center if you want to go to letterboxing. From our experience two of the letter boxing trials no longer worked. We believe the tree by the river was cut down and the stone / concrete marker has been vandalized. It's likely not worth driving far out of the way to experience but it is a nice little hike."