Northwest Branch Trail
Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park, Montgomery County, MD
Point-to-point trail in Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park, Montgomery County, MD. Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 11 mi (17.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 499 ft (152 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 45 min
- High point
- 374 ft (114 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Big Rock 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Waterfall 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Waterfall 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Waterfall 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from start
- Trailhead 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from start
- Waterfall 1.9 mi (3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2 mi (3.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Northwest Branch Trail
How long is Northwest Branch Trail?
Northwest Branch Trail is 11 mi (17.7 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 45 min. It climbs 499 ft (152 m) in total, up to a high point of 374 ft (114 m).
How hard is Northwest Branch Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Northwest Branch Trail?
Parking at the start. 11 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Northwest Branch Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Northwest Branch Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (95% under trees).
What can you do on Northwest Branch Trail?
Best for Mountain biking.
Where can you eat near Northwest Branch Trail?
Pizza Hut, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: 7-Eleven, 0.8 mi (1.3 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Northwest Branch Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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