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Patapsco Valley State Park – The Cycle Mill Bike Shop loop from Halethorpe

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Road cycling routes
United States
Maryland
Baltimore County
Arbutus

Patapsco Valley State Park – The Cycle Mill Bike Shop loop from Halethorpe

Moderate

4.6

(4850)

10,868

riders

Patapsco Valley State Park – The Cycle Mill Bike Shop loop from Halethorpe

01:27

27.6km

210m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.05 km for 87 m

After 18.5 km for 87 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

9.08 km

Swinging Bridge, Patapsco Valley State Park

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This popular swinging bridge crosses the Patapsco River. It is a wooden suspension bridge with metal cables.

On the bridge you'll have great views of the river and surrounding woodland. …

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2

9.19 km

The Patapsco River flows through central Maryland and into the Chesapeake Bay.

The river is known as the River of History as it played an essential role in Maryland's Industrial …

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10.5 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

4

11.0 km

The Grist Mist Trail passes through Patapsco Valley State Park, alongside the Patapsco River. For a large part of the trail, it also passes alongside the railroad.

It is best …

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5

11.1 km

The Ilchester Road access point to the Ridge Trail offers a thrilling start for cyclists exploring Patapsco Valley State Park. Expect a steep, technical climb with rocky sections, rewarding you …

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6

12.2 km

Patapsco Valley State Park

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The Patapsco Valley was Maryland's first and remains its largest state park. The 14,000 acres (5,700 ha) are made up of forests, winding rivers and cascading waterfalls.

It's a great …

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7

13.9 km

The Cycle Mill Bike Shop

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The Cycle Mill Bike Shop is a helpful, local bike shop. If you need to pick up anything during your ride, or need something looked at, it is a good choice.

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27.6 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.95 km

8.04 km

5.04 km

4.00 km

406 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.5 km

3.93 km

950 m

257 m

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Thursday 21 May

22°C

13°C

71 %

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