Community Resources and Amenities

Open Space, Tot Lots & Pathways

Columbia Association (CA) maintains nearly 3,600 acres of open space and over 95 miles of pathways for community recreation — and for the little ones, 170 tot lots are available for play. A full list of tot lots is available here. Paper copies are available at Stonehouse. For more information about the pathways, visit columbiaassociation.org/open-space/pathways.


Outdoor Pools

Columbia Association (CA) maintains 23 outdoor pools throughout Columbia. Four are located within the village of Long Reach. For information on daily admission and pool membership, please visit columbiaassociation.org.

View the 2026 Long Reach Pool Schedules


Fitness Centers & Community Facilities (including Art Center, Ice Rink & Roller Rink)

Columbia Association (CA) operates three fitness centers, an Art Center, Ice Rink, & Roller Rink, Dog Park, and more! For information on these community amenities, visit columbiaassociation.org/programs-services.


Neighborhood Centers

Long Reach is home to three neighborhood centers that are available for social and meeting rentals to Columbia Association residents at a reduced rate. Learn more here. Each center is also home to a Little Free Library. Stop by to borrow or drop off a book! 


Little Free Pantry

The Long Reach Little Free Pantry is located in the Long Reach Village Center (8775 Cloudleap Court). Give What You Can. Take What You Need. Learn more at longreach.org/little-free-pantry.


Seniors

Office on Aging and Independence (OAI)

Winter Growth Adult Day Care

Howard County Commission on Aging

Howard County 50+ Centers

Neighbor Ride

Snowden Overlook (Long Reach 55+ Adult Active Community)


Information & Referral Assistance

Maryland Access Point of Howard County


Crisis Support

HopeWorks of Howard County (Domestic Violence Center)

Grassroots

American Red Cross

Association of Community Services

Rebuilding Together of Howard County