Black Hill Visitor Center & Nature Facility
Black Hill Regional Park
20926 Lake Ridge Drive
Boyds, Maryland 20841
Visitor Center Hours
October 1 - March 31: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday only (no weekday hours)
April 1 - September 30: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Daily
Call 301-972-3476 to reach the Visitor Center Staff
or 301-916-0220 to reach the Naturalist Staff
Park Hours
March 1 - Oct ober 31: 6:00 a.m. - official sunset
November 1 - February 28: 7:00 a.m. to official sunset
Notes
- Naturalist-led Interpretive programs on the pontoon boat continue through October. Check the Fall Guide for upcoming offerings.
- Interpretive programs are offered year-round for families and individuals of all ages, from preschoolers to seniors. In addition, during the school year, educational programs are offered to schools, home-schoolers, scouts, and other organized groups. To reach the Naturalist Staff concerning group programs, please call 301-972-5991.
Weather-Related Cancellations Notice
During inclement weather, Nature Facilities follow Montgomery County Public School closures, delayed openings and early releases. If school is closed due to inclement weather, all children's programs are cancelled. Cancellation of adult programs is determined on a case-by-case basis. Please call us to check on adult program status at 301-972-0220.
Registration Made Simple
The easiest way to register for a class or program at Black Hill Visitor Center is to make a note of the ParkPASS course number, and register at ParkPASS.org. The 2008 Fall Guide has been mailed, and is available at Montgomery County libraries, rec centers and Park facilities. Please call 301-495-2525 if you'd like a paper copy, or save a tree and check out the electronic version (.pdf) on the home page of ParkPASS.org.
Van Trip to Baltimore Historic Homes
#58623 Wednesday, October 15 , 8:00am - 5:00pm
In the morning, we'll tour the house at Hampton National Historic Site, then enjoy a supplied picnic lunch together. Then we'll tour the Homewood Museum, located on the John Hopkins University campus. Wear your walking shoes and be prepared to climb stairs. Ages: 18 years and up. Friends of Black Hill (FOBH) cost: $30/$35. Naturalist: Lynette Lenz.
New at the Center!
Scopes have been reinstalled on the deck of the Visitor Center and next to the fishing pier, lakeside. Come check them out! They're great for an up-close look at nature from afar.
Monarch Fiesta Day a Success!
The 2008 Monarch Fiesta Day was a big success. The weather wasn't the greatest, but the showers held off until we finished at 3 pm. We released many monarchs that are hopefully well on their way to Mexico by now. Thanks to all our visitors for making it such a pleasant, successful day!
Date of last update: September 4, 2008
