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Black Rock Mill – Schaeffer Farm Trail System loop from Kentlands

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Black Rock Mill – Schaeffer Farm Trail System loop from Kentlands

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Black Rock Mill – Schaeffer Farm Trail System loop from Kentlands

03:50

44.1km

520m

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: April 20, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Seneca Creek State Park

Quince Orchard Valley Neighborhood Park

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Start point

Parking

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11.8 km

Seneca Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail winds its way along the ridge above Seneca Creek. It's a multi-use trail so keep your eyes open for mountain bikers. In general it's a well marked, tranquil walk through the woods, with nice views over the creek.

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14.0 km

Black Rock Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

Just the walls remain of the 1815 Black Rock saw- and gristmill in Seneca Creek State Park. The structure was stabilized and representations of mill machinery were added in 1980.

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16.5 km

Seneca Creek State Park

Highlight • Forest

Seneca Creek State Park is a 6,300-acre park centered around Seneca Creek and the woodland and wetland areas created by the waterway. There are a bunch of trails great for …

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21.9 km

Yellow Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Yellow Trail is the longest in Schaeffer Farm and connects to every other trail in the system. It also has a variety of terrain from hardwood forests, to stream …

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25.7 km

Schaeffer Farm Trail System

Highlight • MTB Park

Schaeffer Farm Trail System is located in the heart of Seneca Creek State Park. No matter what you are up to, you will find it here: a small after work …

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30.2 km

Seneca Creek State Park

Highlight • Forest

Seneca Creek State Park offers diverse recreational opportunities amid its 6,300 acres of woodland and water. Visitors can explore miles of trails, fish in the creek, enjoy picnics, and partake in boating activities, creating memorable outdoor experiences for all.

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31.8 km

Seneca Creek State Park

Highlight • Forest

Seneca Creek State Park is a beautiful place to ride, especially during the fall when the landscape comes alive with color. Film fans might recognize it as a filming location for 'The Blair Witch Project'. Maybe don't visit at night...?

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44.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.8 km

2.15 km

1.63 km

392 m

102 m

Surfaces

39.8 km

2.97 km

1.22 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

36°C

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21 %

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Black Rock Mill – Schaeffer Farm Trail System loop from Kentlands

Seneca Ridge Trail

Black Rock Mill

Seneca Creek State Park

Yellow Trail

Schaeffer Farm Trail System

Seneca Creek State Park

Seneca Creek State Park

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