Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route
Charles County, MD
Point-to-point trail in Charles County, MD. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 163 mi (262.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,209 ft (1,283 m)
- Est. Time
- 16 hr 10 min
- High point
- 217 ft (66 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 72.7 mi (117 km) from start
- Emergency phone 149.9 mi (241.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Freedom of Conscience 150.1 mi (241.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Margaret Brent Pilgrimage 150.2 mi (241.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Confederate Monument 158 mi (254.3 km) from start
- Visitor center: Point Lookout Park Office 160.8 mi (258.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Point Lookout State Park Campground 161 mi (259.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route
How long is Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route?
Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route is 163 mi (262.3 km) long. Most people take about 16 hr 10 min. It climbs 4,209 ft (1,283 m) in total, up to a high point of 217 ft (66 m).
How hard is Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 70 mi (112.6 km), 161.5 mi (259.9 km), 162.9 mi (262.2 km).
Is Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route shaded?
Partly shaded (55% under trees).
What can you do on Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route?
McDonald's, 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Aldi, 0.4 mi (0.6 km).
Is this a good week for Southern Maryland Potomac Heritage Trail On-Road Bicycling Route?
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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap