For a refreshing walk on even the most scorching summer day,
head to Sligo Creek Stream Valley Trail.
The trail extends more than ten miles across two counties; you
can pick up the woodsy path at its northern end in Wheaton Regional Park.
Bikers, runners, and rollerbladers enjoy the winding trail’s paved asphalt
surfaces, while hikers can take advantage of a few greener, more natural
paths. The trail—which features a few busy intersection crossings—is very
popular.
If your walk starts to heat up, relax in one of the tranquil
picnic areas shaded by leafy branches, 
or cool down by dipping your toes
into the bubbling waters of Sligo Creek. Near the south end of the
trail—it ends in Prince George’s County—you might spot a deer, a fox, or
even a beaver. montgomeryparks.org.
