Western Maryland Rail Trail
Allegany County, MD
Out-and-back trail in Allegany County, MD. Hiking, Road & touring bike, & Walking.
- Distance
- 3.2 mi (5.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 98 ft (30 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 5 min
- High point
- 538 ft (164 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite: Fifteenmile Creek Campsite 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Western Maryland Rail Trail
How long is Western Maryland Rail Trail?
Western Maryland Rail Trail is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 5 min. It climbs 98 ft (30 m) in total, up to a high point of 538 ft (164 m).
How hard is Western Maryland Rail Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Western Maryland Rail Trail?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Western Maryland Rail Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Western Maryland Rail Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
What can you do on Western Maryland Rail Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Road & touring bike, Walking. Shared with bikes. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Western Maryland Rail Trail?
Bill's, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Western Maryland Rail 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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- Ardalia Trail Eidolon Nature Preserve · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Cerulean Loop Eidolon Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Duckworth Trail Eidolon Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
- Spring Trail Eidolon Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Peddicord Trail Eidolon Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Zapolean Loop Eidolon Nature Preserve · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap