If you are looking for a unique getaway that is relaxing and close to nature, then Gunpowder Falls State Park has the place for you.

Nestled in the Hereford Wildlands, the Mill Pond Cottage offers visitors an array of outdoor recreation opportunities. Hikers and nature lovers will enjoy the miles of trails. Paddling, tubing and world-class trout fishing are also located just out the front door while cyslists will find the nearby Northern Central Rail Trail to be an enjoyable ride.

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The staff at Gunpowder Falls State park is more than willing to custom design your stay. Local outfitters can be arranged to lead day trips or teach you how to fool the Gunpowder River's discriminating wild trout.

Whether you are looking for a romantic hideaway or world class trout fishing, Gunpowder's Mill Pond Cottage is a great place to stay.

Privacy and Convenience

The Mill Pond Cottage is a one of a kind lodging opportunity in Maryland State Parks. It has all of the comforts of your home combined with the charm of a private cottage tucked away in the park. Amenities include:

• Master bedroom with queen bed

  

• Second bedroom with two twin beds with trundle beds
• Sleep sofa in living room
• Wood burning fireplace
• Full kitchen
• One and one-half bathrooms including claw foot bathtub
• Dishwasher and microwave
• Washer/dryer
• Central air conditioning
• Dining/living room
• Cable television/VCR/DVD
• Outside grill
• Screened in porch
• Telephone with free local calls

Guides and Outfitters

By partnering with local guides and outfitters we are able to provide additional services to accommodate your outdoor recreation interests. Additional services include:

• Naturalist led programs and hikes
• Guided fly fishing
• Bike rentals
• Tube rentals
• Kayak rentals
• Daily maid service
• Additional services may be available upon request

Self-Guided Adventures

The following self-guided outdoor recreation opportunties are available near the Mill Pond Cottage.

• Tubing, Big Gunpowder Falls
• Road biking, NCR Trail
• Horseback riding, NCR Trail
• Hiking, Gunpowder South Trail
• Hiking, Gunpowder South/North Trail
• Hiking, Mingo Forks Trail
• Hiking, Panther Branch Trail
• Hiking, NCR Trail
• Fishing, Upper Big Gunpowder Falls River/mainstem from Prettyboy Reservoir Dam
• Fishing, Upper Big Gunpowder Falls River/downstream of Bluemont Road
• Canoeing, Northern Baltimore County
• Canoeing, Northern Baltimore County

Reservations/Service Charges

If you would like more information about the Mill Pond Cottage or would like to make a reservation, please call Park Headquarters at 410-592-2897.

Cost: $200 per night. There is a two-night minimum year round and 3-night minimum on holiday weekends.