Seneca Creek State Park
Wetlands Hike
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesJoin in on a walk through the wetlands area of Seneca Creek State Park and learn about the importance of this fragile ecosystem. Enjoy a great chance to hear frogs and toads and search for salamanders and other wildlife. Meet at the Bluejay/Nuthatch Pavilion.
Weekday Hike
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesThis is your chance to get some fresh air and exercise after work! Hike a loop between 1.5 and 2 miles, with frequent stops for plant and animal sightings and praying mantis egg case searches. Meet at Kingfisher Overlook.
World Ranger Day: Ranger Roundup
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesIn honor of World Ranger Day, learn about the Park Ranger life by joining a 30-45 minute program with a Park Ranger. Meet at the Nature Shack.
Nature Shack
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Reptile Feeding
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCheck out Seneca Creek State Park's resident snake at the park office.
Pontoon Tours
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesTake a relaxing 45-minute boat ride on the pontoon boat “Blue Heron.” Learn about history of the area and search for that wildlife that call Clopper Lake home. Tours are at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – meet at the Boat House. There is a small fee in addition to the park entrance fee.
Reptile Encounter
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCome to the park for a fun, 30-45 minute program for all ages. Meet a living snake or turtle and examine shells and skins from reptiles living in the park! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Nature Crafts
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Juniors & Seniors Stroll
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesEnjoy a guided, easy-paced walk on natural surface trails, looking for all kinds of natural things. This hike is designed for the slowest among us, from young children to great-grandparents. Binoculars are recommended. Meet at the Blue Jay/Nuthatch Pavilion.
Pontoon Tours
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesTake a relaxing 45-minute boat ride on the pontoon boat “Blue Heron.” Learn about history of the area and search for that wildlife that call Clopper Lake home. Tours are at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – meet at the Boat House. There is a small fee in addition to the park entrance fee.