Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park, Sandy Spring: Photos, Reviews & Location

Spacious natural area featuring diverse wildlife views, river trout fishing & various hiking trails.

At a glance

#4 of 5 Tourist attractions in Sandy Spring #2 of 5 Parks in Sandy Spring

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.72

0.5 km from the center of Sandy Spring

Rating breakdown

5 ★75%
4 ★21%
3 ★3%
2 ★0%
1 ★1%

Sandy Spring, MD 20860, United States

montgomeryparks.org

+1 301-495-2500

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park?: Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 67 reviews.
How does Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park rank in Sandy Spring?: Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park is #4 of 5 Tourist attractions in Sandy Spring by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park located?: Sandy Spring, MD 20860, United States — 0.5 km from the center of Sandy Spring.
How can I contact Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park?: Phone: +1 301-495-2500 · Website: montgomeryparks.org

Reviews (8)

Stephen Lohrmann 2023 Aug 27

A great place to take the family or just a friend for a quiet picnic. The grounds are expensive and the Underground Railroad Experience Trail is educational and a good hike 2 miles one way; 4 miles round.

Sharon Mcfarland 2022 Oct 09

Outstanding places to visit. Under ground railroad stop. The Underground Railroad trail is part of the part. Restrooms available. Main house is open for tours. The stone barn is interesting. The police training facility for mounted officers are on the park grounds, but not open to the public. Multiple horses are in the fenced pastures. Prices is $5.00 with some discounts. Plenty of parking. Picnic tables available. Highly recommended.

Bonnie Jones 2022 Aug 01

Great place to visit for an educational journey into local History (Black & White.) To know that of individuals who assisted with freedom of those whom were inslaved, was desired as well as assisted during times of war.

Jane Clarke 2021 Nov 16

We only went for a hike on the Underground railroad trail without a guide. Still, it was an interesting hike.

Carolyn Wolfe 2021 Jul 09

Amazing piece of history! I loved going into the barn and learning more about the underground RR. The trail is beautiful and scenic as well!

Guy Rouillier 2019 Aug 28

Nice to have this park in a close-in neighborhood, and that it allows horses. I walked the majority of it in about an hour; according to the map at the trail head, the trail appears to be about 1.5 miles. Easy walk in sneakers.

Colleen Kane 2019 Aug 03

I had the trail mostly to myself, which was great. However, I wish there had been a map near the trailhead where I started, so I could have planned a reasonable loop instead of hiking out and back.