Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail
Ken-Gar Palisades Park, Montgomery County, MD
Point-to-point trail in Ken-Gar Palisades Park, Montgomery County, MD. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14.4 mi (23.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 302 ft (92 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 50 min
- High point
- 351 ft (107 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Bike repair station 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Newport Mills 7 mi (11.3 km) from start
- Picnic area 7 mi (11.3 km) from start
- Picnic area 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from start
- Bike repair station 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from start
- Picnic area 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from start
- Shelter 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from start
- Shelter 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from start
- Emergency phone 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail
How long is Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail?
Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 50 min. It climbs 302 ft (92 m) in total, up to a high point of 351 ft (107 m).
How hard is Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail?
Parking at the start, Free. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 1.3 mi (2.1 km), 3 mi (4.8 km), 4.8 mi (7.7 km), 7.1 mi (11.4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 1.3 mi (2.2 km), 2.9 mi (4.6 km), 4.8 mi (7.7 km).
Is Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (91% under trees).
What can you do on Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail?
The Parkway Deli, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Grocery Outlet, 0.5 mi (0.8 km). 3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Rock Creek Hiker/Biker 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 Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail
- Rock Creek Hiker/Biker Trail Ken-Gar Palisades Park · Easy · 14.4 mi (23.2 km)
- Foot Trail #10 Rock Creek Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Bike Trail #1 Rock Creek Park · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Boundary Trail Rock Creek Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Cross Trail #2 Rock Creek Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
- Black Horse Trail Rock Creek Park · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.5 km)
- Foot Trail #14 Rock Creek Park · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.4 km)
- Pine Trail Rock Creek Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap