Centennial Park

Category: Park in Ellicott City, Maryland

Address: 10000 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042, USA

Phone: +14103137256

Opening hours

Sunday: 6:30AM–8:30PM

Monday: 6:30AM–8:30PM

Tuesday: 6:30AM–8:30PM

Wednesday: 6:30AM–8:30PM

Thursday: 6:30AM–8:30PM

Friday: 6:30AM–8:30PM

Saturday: 6:30AM–8:30PM

Reviews

Kelly Cooper

Jul 26, 2022

Beautiful view from pavilion. Lots of geese and their babies. Went over to playground where my granddaughter had a great time 😁

preservefootprints

Feb 9, 2022

It’s a big loop of 2.5-3miles around Centennial Lake offering for walking, running, biking, fishing to boating. It has a beautiful sunset mirror to the lake to enjoy! It’s a beautiful park to enjoy while exercising! There’s different entryways around the park to get you to different part of the trails, with available parking lots.

Tarang Srivastava

Jan 23, 2022

You can walk for about 2.5 miles around the lake on a wooded trail. It’s beautiful and you can bring your dog along. There is ample parking available.

Roula Harfoush

Oct 25, 2021

Amazing park! β€οΈπŸŒ³πŸ’š first time there! We absolutely enjoyed our walking today πŸ‚ 🍁 Lots to see and do; fishing 🎣 , walking trails πŸƒπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ, basketball πŸ€ tennis 🎾 picnic 🧺 photo walks πŸ“Έ , playground for kids πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦, and kayakingπŸ›Ά

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Questions & Answers

Where are the Restrooms?

Marshall Bowden | Dec 14, 2019
joshua johnson | Dec 15, 2019

By the pavillions but idk if they are unlocked if there's no event

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Is there a picnic area? Can I use a propane grill?

Valerea King | Dec 14, 2019
Jaime Lancaster | Dec 15, 2019

They have pavilions to rent for picnics, and random tables under trees with charcoal grills. I do not think they allow propane grills at all. It is first come, first serve for everything there though, so best to get there early in the day!

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Open during quarantine?

Shayla Felton | Aug 15, 2020
Mike and Grace Hsu | Aug 16, 2020

They're open!

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Is there basketball

Yitzchok Ringo | Dec 14, 2019
Joe Susco | Dec 15, 2019

Yes there are a few courts near the Centennial Lane entrance.

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How much does it cost $$ to get in the park to fish..

Eugene Waybright | Dec 14, 2018
Darleen Brown | Dec 15, 2018

It is free. If you need a boat then there is a charge. I have seen people just walk up and find a place to fish without using a boat.

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Can anyone file for an alcohol permit when renting a pavilion?

Paula Snyder | Dec 14, 2018
Waqar Randhawa | Dec 15, 2018

Call on officiall number dear

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This park have 4 playgrounds @ 4 entrances. Does anyone know which playground is big and suitable for 4yrs & 6 yrs olds? And @ which entrance? Thanks in advance!

HAN NGUYEN | Dec 14, 2018
Barbara Warner | Dec 15, 2018

The south/main entrance is best to get to a playground that is closer to the west side nearest Centennial Lane.

Is it ok to bring your dog?

Cassandra C | Nov 29, 2020
Glen Brown | Nov 30, 2020

Yes

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Is the park a good spot for stargazing?

Sara Khalaf | Aug 15, 2020
Tanya Sealy | Aug 16, 2020

Unfortunately, it has a gate to open and close by following the operation hours.

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Can I use the tables under trees with charcoal grills for my birthday as a family event. Do i need to pay for it or just go and used it? Can we drink some beers there or not alcohol allow? how that works my birthday is on the 25

M. C.M | Jul 16, 2020
Carl Dixon | Jul 17, 2020

You can use the grills n tables under the trees. The only fee would be if you wanted to use the pavilion. The public restrooms are closed though, you have to use portapottys. As for alcohol, im not sure but I believe that it is legal to do so. I suggest checking their website to be 100% sure. To get a grill and a good location, I highly suggest getting there extremely early as the park n parking lot fills up quickly.

H Is Centennial park open right now?

C Shambry | Jun 16, 2020
Amir Khoshroo | Jun 17, 2020

Yes it's open

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Is the park free to get in

edward ravenell | Jun 16, 2020
Brittany Alexander | Jun 17, 2020

Yes

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I want to fish can i bring my own portable charcoal grill to sit with me?

Ashleigh Alonso-Rodriguez | Jun 16, 2020
Jeff Tong | Jun 17, 2020

Likely yes

What the best time to see the fall colors?

Timothy Tommy Kurnia | Dec 14, 2019
Tonita Hawthorne | Dec 15, 2019

depending late aug- early sept but its still pretty green out right now so this nov might be peak time

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I can fish apie ooh I need a vote

Camerino Trujillo | Dec 14, 2019
Michael Owens | Dec 15, 2019

I think you need a vote

Are there bikes available to rent?

R & R | Dec 14, 2019
William Ortiz | Dec 15, 2019

It does not appear so. There's Howard County Bike Share, which has stations across Columbia and Ellicott City, but nothing in Centennial Park itself. If you do try the Bike Share, there are bike paths all over Columbia, so getting to the park shouldn't be too difficult.

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Is there water play or swimming area?

Vivian Dowell | Dec 14, 2019
Ψ¬Ω‡Ψ§Ψ― Ψ§Ω„ΨΉΩŠΨ― | Dec 15, 2019

Yes, there are

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Can u set up additional charcoal grills besides the little black ones in the park?

Rochelle Coley | Dec 14, 2019
Carlos Leiva | Dec 15, 2019

I am pretty sure you can

is there pull-up bars?

Ray Poindexter | Dec 14, 2019
Michael Witt | Dec 15, 2019

There is a substantial array of playground equipment, but nothing intended for adults.

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Do you rent for party’s

Mario Barrios | Dec 14, 2019
Rebecca Martin | Dec 15, 2019

There are pavilions available. You can call 410-313-4682 up to one year in advance.

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Who should I contact in order to get a job

Ivan Cranmer | Dec 14, 2019
T Johnson | Dec 15, 2019

Howardcounty.gov

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Do you need a permit to use the football/all purpose fields if you have a group that wants to play a game of flag football? Not an organization just a group of guys getting together to enjoy a day of activity

Morris Samples | Dec 14, 2019
Ashley-Nicole Nelson | Dec 15, 2019

It is Howard County Recreation you would want, but you don't need to have a permit if it's not an organized thing. If you want to reserve the area though, call Howard County.

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Is drone flying allowed in the area?

JJ Jefferson | Dec 14, 2018
Just D | Dec 15, 2018

Yes it should be

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How much is it to rent a boat? And is it available on weekends?

Lisa Lin | Dec 14, 2018
Tony Cestone | Dec 15, 2018

$15 per half hour if you're Howard County resident it's open weekends weather permitting

Can you swim here?

Christian Mojica | Dec 14, 2018
nicky huntley | Dec 15, 2018

Unfortunately not but there is a really nice playground and family friendly trails.

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is there a basketball court?

Taqi Naqvi | Dec 14, 2018
Vikram Kalva | Dec 15, 2018

Yes

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Are we allowed to fish in a slight drizzle? Thanks

iTr1cksy | Dec 14, 2018
Brett Chambers | Dec 15, 2018

Yes you can fish in any weather. Just stay in the designated zones and dont forget your license.

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Restaurants? Please describe. Bands play? Please provide list as well as dates? Hotels on or around area? Please provide info. Thank you!

Ryan Colt | Dec 14, 2018
Vikram Kalva | Dec 15, 2018

Centennial Park is a public park maintained by Howard County,MD to provide a safe and peaceful use of county park land for recreational and educational benefit.

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Hello good afternoon ,I'm trying to find out is fishing is allowed right now on fishing dock and is there a fee,and what is the youngest that you could fish, do we need a fishing license and are you guy's open to the public for fishing tomorrow,

Mrs T Green | Dec 14, 2018
Michelle Estes | Dec 15, 2018

There are several areas to fish from. You can also rent boats or kayaks for use on the lake. There are also several youth fishing events scheduled at the park. Info can be found at the boat shack. Fishing is for all ages but over 16 requires a license.

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IS THIS PARK CROWDED ON SUNDAY MORNING WHEN THE WHEATHER IS RAINY? WE ARE ONLY 6 PEOPLE. SHOULD WE RENT A SHELTER?

Rana Terzioğlu Kurt | Dec 14, 2018
Mat Man | Dec 15, 2018

This park can get very crowded on weekends, particularly in nice weather. Doesn't mean you shouldn't come, but parking may fill up at the South (main) entrance. Most Pavilions are already reserved well in advance on the weekends.

Can I fly RC planes there?

Epic Hax | Dec 14, 2018
Deep Sea | Dec 15, 2018

Yes, there is a big place.

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Distance of walking around centintenial lake?

bruce kehne | Dec 14, 2018
Adam Wood | Dec 15, 2018

Parks and Recreation has it listed as 2.5

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