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Photo: Little Waterfall on the Hawlings River (49081090797) by John Brighenti from Rockville, MD, United States (CC BY 2.0) License

Hawlings River Stream Valley Park

Park · Brookeville, Maryland

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 16 ft³/s
  • Gage height 2.08 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge PATUXENT RIVER NEAR UNITY, MD (2.3 mi away), as of Oct 29, 5:55 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 01591000, as of Oct 29, 5:55 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 16 ft³/s over 82 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 5:55 AM gauge-local time

No official beach-advisory feed for Maryland yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

camping-nearbyWheelchair accessible parking lot

Hawlings River Stream Valley is undeveloped for active recreation. M-NCPPC acquired this 550-acre park in parcels from 1978 through 2001.

What’s swimming here?

Fish recorded within 2 km: Central Stoneroller, White Sucker, Rosyside Dace and 12 more species.

15 fish species in 15 public records within 2 km of Hawlings River Stream Valley Park since 2000.

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Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Patuxent watershed.

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Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (Multistate Aquatic Resources Information System - MARIS - Fish). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hawlings River Stream Valley Park?
Hawlings River Stream Valley Park is a park in Brookeville, Maryland.
Can you swim at Hawlings River Stream Valley Park?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 29, 2026.
How is Hawlings River Stream Valley Park rated?
Hawlings River Stream Valley Park in Brookeville, Maryland has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 68 reviews.
What amenities does Hawlings River Stream Valley Park have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Hawlings River Stream Valley Park include camping-nearby.

Location & Contact

Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD 20833

Brookeville, Maryland 20833

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💡 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

People Talk About

💬 trail

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

⛺ Camping nearby

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes
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