Hollofield Play Space at Patapsco Valley State Park
Patapsco Valley State Park - Hollofield Area, Ellicott City, MD
Accessible public play space within Patapsco Valley State Park's Hollofield area, ideal for pairing playground time with nature and picnic access.

Official Maryland Park Service image associated with Patapsco Valley State Park.
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Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor state park setting; visit quality depends on weather and trail conditions.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Picnic tables
- Visit type
- Nature outing with play stop
Read more about this location
The Hollofield play space at Patapsco Valley State Park is one of the region’s more distinctive inclusive outdoor options because it combines accessible play with a state park setting. Maryland’s statewide inclusive playground directory specifically lists the Hollofield area as an inclusive and accessible public playground location in Ellicott City. Families who want a playground visit with a more natural, less built-up setting may appreciate the surrounding picnic and park environment, though the public pages reviewed provide fewer detailed feature specs than some county-run playgrounds.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Accessibility
Summary
Maryland's statewide inclusive playground directory identifies the Hollofield area as an inclusive and accessible public playground location.
Considerations
The official park page confirms the broader Hollofield area and amenities but does not provide a detailed accessibility feature list for the play space itself.
Considerations
Families with exact mobility or sensory requirements may want to plan conservatively.
Sensory and communication features
Nature play
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
8020 Baltimore National Pike
Ellicott City, MD, 21043
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Sources & Updates
2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 11, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- Maryland DNR - Patapsco Valley State Parkdnr.maryland.gov
Confirms Hollofield area address and overall park logistics.
Checked: address, phone, email, hours, park context, image
- Playgrounds for All! Marylandplaygroundsforallmd.org
Lists Patapsco Valley State Park, Hollofield Area, in Howard County.
Checked: inclusive playground listing
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Maryland DNR and statewide inclusive playground sources.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.

