Western Maryland Rail Trail
Western Maryland Rail Trail, Washington County, MD
Point-to-point trail in Western Maryland Rail Trail, Washington County, MD. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 27.6 mi (44.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 489 ft (149 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 40 min
- High point
- 538 ft (164 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Round Top Cement Mill 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Leopards Mill 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Cacapon Junction Hiker Biker Campsite 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Indigo Neck Hiker Biker Campsite 25.2 mi (40.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Fifteenmile Creek Campsite 26.8 mi (43.2 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 27.6 mi (44.4 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 40 min. It climbs 489 ft (149 m) in total, up to a high point of 538 ft (164 m).
How hard is Western Maryland Rail Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Western Maryland Rail Trail?
Parking at the start, 36 spaces. 18 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Western Maryland Rail Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 10.3 mi (16.6 km), 10.6 mi (17.1 km), 25.2 mi (40.5 km).
Is Western Maryland Rail Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (97% under trees).
What can you do on Western Maryland Rail Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike.
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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap