Palisades Trolley Trail
Capital Crescent Trail Special Park, Montgomery County, MD
Out-and-back trail in Capital Crescent Trail Special Park, Montgomery County, MD. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 118 ft (36 m)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 135 ft (41 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Palisades Trolley Trail
How long is Palisades Trolley Trail?
Palisades Trolley Trail is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) long. Most people take about 20 min. It climbs 118 ft (36 m) in total, up to a high point of 135 ft (41 m).
How hard is Palisades Trolley Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Palisades Trolley Trail?
Parking at the start. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Palisades Trolley Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Palisades Trolley Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Is Palisades Trolley Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Palisades Trolley Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Palisades Trolley Trail?
Pit Masters Back Alley BBQ, 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Shop, 0.5 mi (0.7 km).
Is this a good week for Palisades Trolley 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.
Trails near Palisades Trolley Trail
- Palisades Trolley Trail Montgomery County · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Palisades Trolley Trail District of Columbia · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
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- 50 (Maryland) Washington County · Expert · 200.9 mi (323.3 km)
- Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath (Maryland) Washington County · Expert · 180.3 mi (290.2 km)
- Palisades Trolley Trail District of Columbia · Easy · 6.8 mi (10.9 km)
- Clara Barton Parkway Montgomery County · Moderate · 6.7 mi (10.8 km)
- Chain Bridge Trail District of Columbia · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
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