Schooley Mill Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Athletic Park, County Park, Recreation Center/Facility, Regional Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Schooley Mill Park offers a wide variety of habitats including wetlands, woodlands, and meadows. Wildlife thrive in these meadows that are maintained in a natural state to provide food, cover, and nest sites. This hidden gem is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature. Peer into the stream to see minnows, crayfish, frogs, and turtles. 4.6 miles of trails provide an excellent way to discover the natural side of Schooley Mill Park. The park also includes 3 ball diamonds, 2 basketball courts, the county's only regulation-sized cricket field, an indoor facility (permit required), 4 tennis courts, a playground and 3 equestrian rings (available on a first-come, first-served basis unless previously reserved). The park is open 7 am to dusk, or as posted. Personal grills and hibachis are not permitted. Park regulations prohibit hunting, firearms, and alcoholic beverages. Leashed pets are allowed in the park but not in picnic or sports areas.

GETTING THERE:

Parking

pDriving Directions: From Route 32:
Exit onto Route 108 westbound.
Proceed about 2.9 miles.
Turn left onto Hall Shop Rd.
Proceed about 0.3 miles to park entrance
on right.

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Baseball/Softball Field, Football/Soccer Field, Cricket Field, Mixed Use Field, Open Space, Trails, Outdoor Basketball Court, Tennis Court, Volleyball, Equestrian Rings, Birdwatching

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Playground, Restrooms, Picnic Tables

Playground Size: Medium

Playground Shade: Little or none

Playground Surface Type: Synthetic rubberized material

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Additional Features: Historic Site, Foot Bridge

Trash Cans: Yes

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:

Trail Surface: Paved & Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging, Bicycling, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Difficult

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: 1 to 5 miles

Trail Shade: Lots

Trail Surface Type: Asphalt, Woodchips, Grass

Trail Slope: Moderate

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Kiosk with trail maps, Playground, Historic Sites

OTHER:

Park Information: Maps, Brochures, Information Kiosk

Staffing & Safety: Employee/Ranger Present

Open Space Activities: Play frisbee or catch, Go for a walk or jog, Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Natural Water Feature: Creek/Stream, Wetlands