Is Hunting Lodge safe?
Parkville, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Hunting Lodge as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Hunting Lodge
“Go. Hunting Lodge is a stable, quiet residential pocket of Parkville that is generally safe for visitors and residents alike. While it borders busier commercial corridors where occasional property crime occurs, the neighborhood streets remain calm and family-oriented.”
About the area
Hunting Lodge is an established suburban neighborhood located within Parkville in eastern Baltimore County. It features modest mid-century single-family homes, townhouses, and tree-lined residential streets situated just off Harford Road and Perring Parkway.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Mid-Century Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Hunting Lodge
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 40/100
There is no local bike-share program, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce, though low-stress residential streets can connect cyclists to Double Rock Park trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rates compared to adjacent Baltimore City neighborhoods
- Stable homeownership rates with well-maintained residential lots
- Close proximity to daily retail, dining, and grocery amenities along Harford Road
- Quiet, low-traffic interior streets ideal for daytime walks
Cons
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and opportunistic property crime near commercial corridors
- Car-dependent layout with limited pedestrian infrastructure on perimeter roads
- Proximity to high-traffic thoroughfares like Perring Parkway brings occasional cut-through traffic
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential streets of Hunting Lodge, though occasional individuals may be seen near major retail plazas or bus stops along Harford Road.
What Hunting Lodge is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and heading out for school or work commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential, with light neighborhood traffic and safe conditions for walking.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban environment with low foot traffic, feeling secure along residential avenues.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally very quiet; standard caution against leaving valuables in parked vehicles is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
MTA Maryland operates CityLink Brown and LocalLink 54 buses along nearby Harford Road, providing direct connections into downtown Baltimore and Towson; there is no rail station within walking distance.
Ample free street parking is readily available along residential roads without meters or strict permit restrictions, and commercial plazas offer dedicated free surface parking.
Things to do in Hunting Lodge
- Enjoy classic Maryland crab cakes at nearby iconic local seafood spots along Harford Road
- Visit Double Rock Park nearby for wooded hiking trails and stream-side nature walks
- Explore local family-owned bakeries and international groceries in central Parkville
Local favorites
- Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (4650)Long-running institution famous across Maryland for its colossal lump crab cakes and classic pub atmosphere.
- Fenwick Bakery · Bakery · 4.7★ (1100)Historic nearby bakery serving traditional Maryland treats, marshmallow donuts, and custom cakes.
- McAvoy's Sports Bar & Grill · Sports Bar · 4.3★ (920)Neighborhood gathering spot offering casual American pub fare, draft beers, and game day broadcasts.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.