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Mike Castle Trail – Summit Pointe loop from Summit Bridge

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Mike Castle Trail – Summit Pointe loop from Summit Bridge

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Mike Castle Trail – Summit Pointe loop from Summit Bridge

01:22

5.26km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 23, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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179 m

Mike Castle Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Mike Castle Trail is a 12.4-mile asphalt path that connects Delaware City Marina to the Ben Cardin C&D Canal Recreational Trail at the Delaware/Maryland state line near Newark. This mixed-use trail is popular for activities like biking, walking, inline skating, and cross-country skiing. The trail offers several parking areas with restrooms along the route, as well as nice river views.

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2.63 km

Summit Pointe

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot on the Michael N. Castle Trail, you get great panoramic views of the water and of the Summit North Marina. This is a great place to grab some water and snap a few photos before continuing down the scenic multi-use path.

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2.65 km

View of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Bridge from Summit Pointe

Highlight • Viewpoint

Summit Pointe, just off the Michael N. Castle Trail, is a great spot to rest. This small point offers scenic vistas of the marina and the Old Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Bridge, making it a good spot to take some photos and take in the views.

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5.26 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.26 km

Surfaces

3.61 km

1.34 km

310 m

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Tuesday 23 June

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Mike Castle Trail – Summit Pointe loop from Summit Bridge

Mike Castle Trail

Summit Pointe

View of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Bridge from Summit Pointe

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