Know Your Natives

Join park rangers for a fun and educational hike along the Black Marsh Trail to learn how to identify native and invasive plant species, including spicebush, scaldweed, yucca, and multiflora rose. Learn what you can do to help stop the spread of these plants.

What’s the difference between non-native and invasive? Come find out!

Test your observation skills with a quiz sheet as you explore the trail—can you guess which plants belong and which are invaders? Prizes will be awarded to those with the most correct answers! Perfect for nature lovers, families, and curious hikers of all ages.

Park at Lot A.

Cost: $3/car (Maryland tags) or $5/car (out-of-state tags) to enter the park. Entering on foot or by bike is free.