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It gets very cold as you get close to Patapsco River near the bridge. The bridge does move a little but very secure as you cross it. Be mindful if you’re wearing a skirt (Ms Monroe)

The Orange Grove Area of Patapsco Valley State Park is a beautiful and historic section known for its swinging bridge, with stunning views of the Patapsco River. Here, you can explore the paved Grist Mill Trail for a leisurely walk or venture deeper into the woods to find Cascade Falls. The area also features remnants of old mills and the Bloede Dam removal project, an indication of the park's evolving landscape. With shaded woodlands and riverside trails, it's a fantastic spot for a casual walk or an extended hike. Arriving early is recommended, especially on weekends due to its popularity.

well maintained, and plenty markers.

The 900+ acre Bacon Ridge Natural Area features expansive marshes, mature forests, and Bacon Ridge Branch creek. The area includes a 630-acre section protected by a conservation easement from Scenic Rivers and the Maryland Environmental Trust.

A small river flows through the park, which is also a nature reserve. Beautiful nature, many hiking and cycling trails meander through the valley.

There is a significant stretch of road with a wide shoulder to allow parking for the trailhead. From here the Glen Ellen Trail runs all the way to the peninsula by Loch Raven dam.

The Oregon Ridge Viewpoint is a great place to stop and take some time to spot and observe the variety of species of plants, insects and animals that live in the Oregon Ridge Nature Center. The arrival to the ridge is up a modest incline so it gives a view from higher up, with sweeping views of Oregon Ridge. It is one of the many places that are part of the education programs of the Nature Center.

Oregon Furnace Orebank is the name given to the small reservoir at the Oregon Ridge Nature Center. There is a short hiking trail that circles around the waters and a large pavilion overlooking the pond.