New Hike - Patapsco Valley SP: Ridge and Morning Choice Trails. 6.5 or 10.5 mi
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Patapsco Valley SP: Ridge, Morning Choice, and Cascade FallsTrails. 6.5 or 10.5 miles
A remote area that truly is a hidden gem! We will make a loop in a section of Patapsco Valley State Park on trails that take us over moderate, yet rewarding, terrain. While many developed areas inside Patapsco Valley State Park provide amenities for family outings, camping, and picnics, lucky for us the state park also offers huge tracts where there are only few people as we will enjoy today.
We start with a loop on the Southside of Patapsco River for about 6.5 miles. Next is an additional option of crossing the swinging bridge for another loop of approximately 4 miles along stream valleys leading into the Patapsco River.
Trail Information
Nearby City: Woodstock, MD
Length: 6.5 or 10.5 total miles.
Elev. Gain: Approx 900 ft on the first loop and 1300 ft on both loops: Take note this is the elevation GAIN and not indicative of the elevation CHANGE on the hike. There are lots of ups and downs on this hike especially on the Ridge Trail, but it is still moderate because of its short distance and none of the hills are very challenging.
Trail Type: Two Loops
Skill Level: Moderate to easy side of strenuous
Trail Surface: Mostly dirt, some rocks, some paved, and easy stream crossings
Season: Year-round
Park Fee
State Pass or $5/person for in-state and $7/person for out-of-state residents
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Weather Information
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