Parkton, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Parkton, Maryland
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Hereford High School, in 2004.
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 Parkton, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Parkton, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Baltimore |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
21120
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443, and 667 |
Parkton is a quiet, rural area in northern Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. It's not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it's a community where people live and work, often on farms. Parkton is right next to southern York County, Pennsylvania. This border is part of the famous Mason–Dixon line, which is a historic boundary.
The land in Parkton is mostly used for farming. Farmers here grow crops like corn and soybeans. These crops are used for many different things, including food for animals and making other products. About 6,600 people live in the area covered by ZIP Code 21120.
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Interesting Facts About Parkton
Parkton has been the setting for some interesting events. It also has a special trail that was once a railway.
Parkton in the Movies
The movie Guarding Tess was filmed in Parkton in 1994. This film starred famous actors like Shirley MacLaine and Nicolas Cage.
Historic Rail Trail
The Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail runs through Parkton. This trail used to be the Northern Central Railway. A very important person, Abraham Lincoln, once traveled on this railway to Baltimore. Today, the old railway is a popular trail for walking and biking.
Maryland State Police Facility
There is a Maryland State Police weigh and inspection facility in Parkton. It is located off I-83 southbound. This facility helps make sure large trucks are safe and follow the rules.
Schools in Parkton
Parkton is home to several schools that serve the local community.
- Hereford High School
- Our Lady of Grace School
- Seventh District Elementary School
Getting Around Parkton
Parkton is connected to other areas by important roads.
Major Highways
I-83: This is a major interstate highway that helps people travel north and south.
MD 45: This state road also helps connect Parkton to nearby towns and cities.
Parkton's Climate
The weather in Parkton has warm, wet summers and generally mild to cool winters. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see it written as "Cfa" using the Köppen Climate Classification system.
