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United States
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Harford County

Jerusalem Mill Section – Small river island loop from Fallston

Routes
Mountain biking trails
United States
Maryland
Harford County

Jerusalem Mill Section – Small river island loop from Fallston

Moderate

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(6860)

18,841

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Jerusalem Mill Section – Small river island loop from Fallston

02:59

35.5km

430m

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

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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3.41 km

Harford Road Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

There is ample parking at the trailhead and access to the trail system on both sides of the road. From here you can explore a network of peaceful singletrack trails that fork off of Little Gunpowder.

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2

5.04 km

Dick Branch waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

The waterfall cascades down the length of the Waterfall Trail, which follows Dick Branch on both sides. There are stepping logs and stones to help you cross the creek.

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3

6.20 km

Little Gunpowder Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a wonderfully scenic singletrack trail that winds its way along the southern bank of Little Gunpowder Falls with continuous views of the river. The trail is packed dirt and only mildly technical.

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4

8.30 km

Bottom Road Steel Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The iconic bridge here is beautiful and open to views of Little Gunpowder Falls. The bridge is narrow and you share the road with the cars while you cross.

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5

22.9 km

Abandoned railroad

Highlight • Structure

This is an old segment of the Maryland & Pennsylvania Railroad. You can follow the MD & PA Trail for a few miles along the river and through the trees between Pleasantville Bridge and Bottom Road Bridge.

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6

30.7 km

Jerusalem Mill Section

Highlight • Historical Site

Jerusalem Mill Section is part of the vast Gunpowder Falls State Park. An endless network of trails will lead you to the discovery of this beautiful corner of Maryland.

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7

30.7 km

Old quarry

Highlight • Structure

You can view the quarry from the top or from the bottom. From here you get great sweeping views off the ledge, and if you swing down below via the …

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8

31.6 km

Small river island

Highlight • River

As the Little Gunpowder Falls is divided into two parts at this spot, there is a very little island in the middle of the two river sections. After a very …

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35.5 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.6 km

6.20 km

1.24 km

441 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.7 km

6.72 km

2.96 km

848 m

185 m

167 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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