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Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from West Hyattsville

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Maryland

Prince George'S County

Hyattsville

Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from West Hyattsville

Easy

4.9

(4913)

15,870

riders

Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from West Hyattsville

01:43

29.3km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.90 km for 63 m

After 6.03 km for 58 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.78 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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8.26 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 Park Airport, you are separated by a fence and a few lights, but not by much else, from the beginning of the runway to this small airport. If you are lucky, you will catch a plane coming right over your head as you ride by.

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8.82 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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10.5 km

Lake Artemesia

Highlight • Lake

This park boasts an aquatic garden, miles of hiking, running, and biking trails, and numerous fishing areas. The standout feature of the park is the scenic 38-acre lake, visible from various points along the trails.

Tip by

13.5 km

Acredale Community Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The Paint Branch Trail passes by Acredale Community Park. This park is a great spot to stop, grab water, or use the restroom. Visitors are welcome to enjoy a covered picnic shelter, a stream, open fields, and a playground.

Tip by

16.7 km

Paint Branch Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Here, you can take the Paint Branch Trail from its northern end. This paved path connects Lake Artemesia with this point, Cherry Hill, and is well-marked along its route.

Tip by

21.9 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.

The trails are shared use, so be respectful of other path users.

Tip by

29.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.6 km

2.09 km

311 m

270 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.6 km

2.73 km

561 m

312 m

111 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Friday 28 August

31°C

21°C

35 %

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Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from West Hyattsville

Northeast Branch Trail

College Park Airport

Paint Branch

Lake Artemesia

Acredale Community Park

Paint Branch Trailhead

Paint Branch Stream Valley Park Bridge

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