PVSP Old Frederick Road

• Size: A section of the 14,000 acre Patapsco Valley State Park (PVSP) on both sides of the Patapsco River which in this area is the boundary between Howard County and Baltimore County.
• Habitat: Deciduous forest adjacent to Patapsco River. Open area along railroad tracks.
• Best Months: April and May; September and October.
• Coverage Time: Several hours.
• Trails/Paths: A broad path along the railroad tracks may be taken upstream and downstream along the river.
• Notable Birds: Yellow-throated Vireo, Veery, Northern Parula, Yellow-throated Warbler, Cerulean Warbler (rare), Black-and-white Warbler, Prothonotary Warbler (rare), Ovenbird, Kentucky Warbler, Hooded Warbler (rare), Scarlet Tanager.
• Amenities: Gravel parking area. No facilities.
• Handicapped Access: Level gravel and dirt path along railroad tracks.
• Operation and Hours: Dawn to dusk.
• Special Attractions: Easy access to river habitat.