Plumpton Park Zoo
Under $25A nonprofit family zoo in Cecil County, Maryland, known for close encounters with giraffes, white lions, and sloths.

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Forested river valley park with mountain biking, fishing, boating, camping, and a restored historic area.
4122 Wilkinson Road, Havre de Grace, MD 21078 · Havre de Grace, MD
Set along the Susquehanna River valley in Harford County, this park combines heavy forest and rocky terrain with a broad range of outdoor recreation. Its trails are among the best-known mountain biking routes in Maryland, and the river draws anglers and boaters. A family-friendly campground offers tent sites and cabins. The restored Rock Run Historic Area includes a working gristmill, the Carter-Archer Mansion, the Jersey Toll House, and remains of the Susquehanna & Tidewater Canal.
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