Catonsville

Moderately sized and tucked away in the southwestern part of Baltimore County, Catonsville is often seen as more of an access town than an actual destination. It is located a mere 10 minutes from BWI Airport, contains portions of 695 and Route 40, and is bordered by the more-famous Maryland landmarks of the Patapsco River, Baltimore City, Ellicott City and Columbia. Despite its reputation for being a nice place to drive through, the community has a life of its own that might take some visitors by surprise.

By Jamie Peck

August 31, 2001