HIKING & BIKING

Ellicott City

Maryland beckons you to revel in four season fun at its finest. We put our best foot forward with biking routes and hiking trails that take you through unspoiled forests, down country lanes, around pedal-friendly small towns, and alongside historic sites, like Civil War battlefields. Here’s your chance to plan a cycling vacation across the state to see everything from our rocky western cliffs to our sandy eastern beaches and miles of scenic roads in between. Or connect to the American Discovery Trail or East Coast Greenway for that once-in-a-lifetime trip across the country.

To order a copy of the Maryland Bicycle Map, that showcases cycling routes on local roads, please visit www.sha.state.md.

Day Trips and Overnights For the day tripper, Maryland offers scenic bike routes and circuits on local roads and multi-use trails. Experience the unique personality of each region. From the sight of Chesapeake Bay lighthouses, to the rapids of the Potomac, it’s a complete treat for the senses. Below is a listing of some favorite Maryland biking and hiking trails by region.

The Great Allegheny Passage Region Map	Deal Trail	Trail Inn and Cafe	Paw Paw Tunnel

Exciting News! An exhilarating multi-use trail, The Great Allegheny Passage is now open, connecting Cumberland, MD to Pittsburgh, PA. Hikers and cyclists can begin a trek in Georgetown, MD on the C&O Canal Towpath Trail and pedal or walk 185 miles to Cumberland to continue the challenging climb over the Great Allegheny Passage on the Allegheny Highlands Trail . Primitive campsites are available along the C&O Canal Towpath Trail near Harper’s Ferry.

Muddy Creek Falls

While multi-use trails abound, numerous trails on rugged and remote terrain are open to hikers only and offer a glimpse of pristine natural settings in rare or exceptional environments. For example, Maryland offers 40 breathtaking miles of the renowned Appalachian National Scenic Trail that traces the crest of South Mountain. The trail is a favorite among backpackers, but can be enjoyed for day hikes as well.

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Turn by Turn Directions for Maryland’s Bicycle Map Routes (coming soon)