Parks and Facilities
City of Baltimore Department of Recreation and Parks
The City of Baltimore’s Recreation & Parks Department manages over 100 parks and 50+ recreation centers, along with sports and leisure facilities across the city. Their mission is to provide diverse recreational, cultural, environmental, educational, and leisure opportunities for all residents.
Contact Information:
3001 East Drive, Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217 Phone: 410-396-7900 Email: info@bcrp.baltimorecity.gov For more information, visit the Baltimore City Recreation & Parks website.
City of Baltimore Department of Recreation and Parks
Baltimore City Recreation & Parks3001 East Drive, Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217 Phone: 410-396-7900 Email: info@bcrp.baltimorecity.gov For more information, visit the Baltimore City Recreation & Parks website.
Sports Complexes (Top 5)
- Burdick Park Sports Complex – Courts and fields in Northeast Baltimore
- Camden Yards – Major venue with baseball fields, also used for tournaments
- M&T Bank Stadium – Football and multi-sport events
- Hill Field House – Basketball courts and amateur sports
- Memorial Field at The Y – Recreation courts and playgrounds
Walking & Biking Trails
- Jones Falls Trail (Druid Hill Park) – Scenic biking/hiking path circling the reservoir
- Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park Trails – Over 6 miles of mixed stream-valley paths
- Patterson Park Promenade – Wide paths ideal for walking & jogging around lake and fields
- Clifton Park Trails – Paths through history-filled green space
- Carroll Park Pathways – Relaxed urban strolls near sports courts
Major Parks & Green Spaces
- Druid Hill Park – A 745-acre historic park home to the zoo, conservatory, lakes, sports courts, disc golf, and multiple trails
- Patterson Park – Known as “the Best Backyard in Baltimore,” featuring athletic fields, ice rink, pool, dog park, playgrounds
- Clifton Park – Historic park with public 18-hole golf course and mansion
- Carroll Park – 117-acre park with golf, skate park, basketball and baseball courts
- Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park – Largest urban forest in the city, stream-valley with extensive hiking trails
Leisure & Community Centers
- City Recreation Centers (50+ total) – Neighborhood hubs offering programs, pools, gyms, classes
- Carrie Murray Nature Center – Environmental education in Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park
- BCRP Youth & Adult Sports Division – Offers tennis, basketball, soccer, baseball, track & field programs
- Virginia S. Baker Recreation Center – Pool, ice rink, fitness, located inside Patterson Park
- Patterson Park Observatory – Historic lookout tower for public use
Aging / Senior Centers
- Various Senior Programs at Rec Centers – Most city recreation centers offer senior fitness, social programs
- Gwynns Falls Trail Senior Walks – Group walking events often hosted seasonally
- Senior Friendly Events at Recreation Centers – Check city site for schedules in your neighborhood
- Community Center Senior Rooms – Dedicated spaces in most centers for 50+ activities
- Senior Sports & Fitness Classes – Adaptive classes, walking groups, gentle aerobics, etc.
Tennis Facilities
- Druid Hill Park Tennis Courts
- Patterson Park Public Courts
- Carroll Park Tennis Courts
- Northeast Regional Recreation Center – Indoor tennis courts in County territory
- Various Rec Center Courts – Many indoor/outdoor courts across the system
