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Lake Elkhorn Park
Park · Columbia, Maryland
Cool todayPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
Lake Elkhorn Park is a park in Columbia, Maryland. Visitors come for hiking and picnicking; restrooms, picnic tables, slides, swings and a playground on site. It is wheelchair-accessible, dog-friendly and kid-friendly.
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Weather at Lake Elkhorn Park
54°F, Clear · H 68° / L 52° · 1% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 68° L: 52°
Clear
54°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
1%
Humidity
45%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
55°
3 AM
54°
6 AM
53°
9 AM
55°
12 PM
65°
3 PM
68°
6 PM
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9 PM
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lake Elkhorn Park?
- Lake Elkhorn Park is a park in Columbia, Maryland.
- Can you swim at Lake Elkhorn Park?
- There is no fixed answer for Lake Elkhorn Park: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Lake Elkhorn Park in Columbia, Maryland. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Lake Elkhorn Park rated?
- Lake Elkhorn Park in Columbia, Maryland has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 1044 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Parking lot, Patuxent Branch Trail, Columbia, MD 21045
Columbia, Maryland 21045
Phone
+1 410-715-3000💡 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
Features & amenities
Highlights
⭐ Picnics
Accessibility
♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Amenities
🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings
Family & Children
👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground
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