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Muddy Branch Stream Trail – Pennyfield Lock loop from North Potomac

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Muddy Branch Stream Trail – Pennyfield Lock loop from North Potomac

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Muddy Branch Stream Trail – Pennyfield Lock loop from North Potomac

02:39

30.8km

290m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 4.26 km for 9 m

After 26.6 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.61 km

Muddy Branch Greenway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail takes you through diverse terrain, including steam banks and meadows. The path is primarily shaded, surrounded by vibrant green foliage. While hiking, be on the lookout for wildlife such as turtles and various bird species inhabiting the area.

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4.48 km

Muddy Branch Stream Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A beautiful natural surface trail that gently rolls along the Muddy Branch Stream for nine miles.

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15.4 km

Pennyfield Lock

Highlight • Monument

Lock 22, aka Pennyfield Lock, was built between 1829 and 1831, and the name came from the misspelling of the Pennifield family name. It has been restored and offers overnight stays to recreate the rustic feeling from that period.

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16.3 km

Bridge over Muddy Branch near Riley’s Lock

Highlight • Bridge

This is a very picturesque area, with the bridge, the creek, and the house up the hill beyond the field.

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17.8 km

Blockhouse Point Conservation Park

Highlight • Forest

This riverside park protects 630 acres of varied natural resources. You'll find miles of trails to explore the park and can if you follow the Muddy Branch Greenway Trail eastward …

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30.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.0 km

1.05 km

723 m

Surfaces

28.1 km

1.36 km

1.28 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

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10 %

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Muddy Branch Stream Trail – Pennyfield Lock loop from North Potomac

Muddy Branch Greenway Trail

Muddy Branch Stream Trail

Pennyfield Lock

Bridge over Muddy Branch near Riley’s Lock

Blockhouse Point Conservation Park

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