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College Park Airport – Northeast Branch Trail loop from College Park–University of Maryland

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Prince George'S County

College Park Airport – Northeast Branch Trail loop from College Park–University of Maryland

Hard

3.2

(27)

88

runners

College Park Airport – Northeast Branch Trail loop from College Park–University of Maryland

01:53

18.2km

60m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.16 km

Paint Branch Stream Valley Park Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The paths in this area are well paved and good for cycling. You will be surprised how quickly you are surrounded by nature, once you leave the busy streets behind. …

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2

2.08 km

Lake Artemesia

Highlight • Lake

Lake Artemesia is a man-made lake, spanning 38 acres and surrounded by Lake Artemesia Park. The lake and the park are named after Artemesia N. Drefs, who in 1972 donated …

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3

2.51 km

Paint Branch

Highlight • River

This 17-mile-long stream flows from the Anacostia River, descending 30 feet in elevation along the way. This point provides a great view of the stream, making it a good break point.

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4

3.07 km

College Park Airport

Highlight • Historical Site

College Park Airport was founded in 1909 as the military demonstration area for the Wright Brothers. Notably, it is the world's oldest continually operating airport. As you ride by College …

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5

3.64 km

Northeast Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail meanders along the Northeast Branch Anacostia River and passes through several parks along the way. This section leads to Denis Rest Stop, providing a nice spot to take a break and enjoy the views.

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6

8.20 km

Melrose Park Pump Track

Highlight • MTB Park

It’s really a skateboard track, but I was really tempted to test it with my bike

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7

11.5 km

Rachel Carson Greenway and Sligo Creek Trail Junction

Highlight • Trail

Very easy to miss! Watch for the trail markers.

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8

11.5 km

Sligo Creek and the Northwest Branch Stream Converge

Highlight • River

Here the Sligo Creek and the Northwest Branch Stream meet, right on the edge of Kirkwood Park. It is also the boundary line for Hyattsville.

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B

18.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.2 km

700 m

130 m

123 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.1 km

4.25 km

542 m

202 m

130 m

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