Photograph Prettyboy Dam
Parkton, Maryland
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Added by Chandler Anderson
Picturesque Valley that has a massive Dam at the end of it. Make sure to bring your camera!
Make sure you park in the designated spots located above the Dam. Walk across the Dam road bridge and about mid way stop and take a look over the edge. You will be greeted with the a beautiful view of the valley. To explore more keep walking over the dam bridge and walk down the stairs to view the of size and beauty of Prettyboy dam. To explore even more you can go to Gunpowder Falls State Park and hike up the valley to the base of the Dam! Remember to always know your limits and be safe. Your adventure urge will sure to be cured here, Happy adventures!
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Photograph Prettyboy Dam Reviews
Pretty Boy Dam! This is one of my absolute favorite spots outside of Baltimore. Came here a ton during Nursing school to unwind. The sound of the water is pretty mesmerizing. Theres a great, accessible view from the top. To access the lower area though there’s like.. a gazillion steps (okay probably more like 250?). If you venture down the steps, you can then snake your way down a little, off the beaten dirt path to the rivers edge - the dirt path then continues alongside the river for awhile. Find yourself a sunny rock, lay out, and kick back.
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