Prettyboy Hike Trail 3700 Beckleysville Road, Parkton, MD 21120

Prettyboy Hike Trail, located at 3700 Beckleysville Road in Parkton, Maryland, is part of the Prettyboy Reservoir Cooperative Wildlife Management Area. This 7,380-acre area is owned by the City of Baltimore and offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, rowing, bird watching, horseback riding, and nature photography. Visitors can also enjoy fishing opportunities in the reservoir, which is home to a variety of fish species.

The Prettyboy Reservoir CWMA is managed by the Wildlife and Heritage Service, with a focus on conserving wildlife populations and habitats while providing for public enjoyment through hunting and wildlife-dependent recreation. Hunting is permitted during legal seasons with restrictions, and a free permit is required.

The Baltimore Environmental Police ensure the protection of the water supply in the region by safeguarding the natural resources on Baltimore City Water Supply Lands and Reservoirs. The Department of Natural Resources leads Maryland in preserving and enhancing the state's natural resources for a sustainable future.

The Prettyboy Hike Trail is open year-round to non-hunters, with no permit or reservation required. Visitors are encouraged to be aware of active hunting seasons and follow all regulations. For more information on reservoir regulations, visitors can refer to the complete guide provided on the website.

Additionally, the Maryland General Assembly's Office of Legislative Audits operates a fraud hotline to receive allegations of fraud and abuse of state government resources. Reporting any fraudulent activities helps to protect state resources and eliminate improper behavior.