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Old Quarry Lake – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Patapsco Valley State Park

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Old Quarry Lake – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Patapsco Valley State Park

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Old Quarry Lake – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Patapsco Valley State Park

02:48

10.3km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

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Patapsco Valley State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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963 m

Old Quarry Lake

Highlight • Lake

The lake is small and fully encircled by the trail. The wall of the quarry stands high on the far side from the viewpoint. In the summer the vegetation crowding the water makes it feel like quite the lush watering hole.

Tip by

1.84 km

Abandoned Chevrolet Bel Air

Highlight • Structure

This abandoned Chevrolet lying next to the trail in the middle of the forest is the namesake for this trail.

Tip by

3.92 km

North Branch Patapsco River

Highlight • River

The North Branch Patapsco River is a 20-mile tributary to the larger Patapsco River.

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5.62 km

McKeldin Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

The McKeldin Falls are closed for swimming due to strong currents, but you can have a nice look at the small waterfalls.

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5.62 km

McKeldin Rapids Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nice trail along the South Branch of the Patapsco River. The trail starts at McKeldin falls and connects to the Switchback Trail.

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6.56 km

Patapsco Valley State Park (Woodstock Area)

Highlight • Forest

As part of the Patapsco Valley State Park, the Woodstock Area is characterized by its scenic woodlands and riverbanks along the hiking trails. While hiking through the area, nature enthusiasts can enjoy a peaceful retreat.

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6.78 km

Patapsco River

Highlight • River

The Patapsco River is a 39-mile river that flows into the Chesapeake Bay, notably running through the city of Baltimore.

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10.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.47 km

581 m

212 m

Surfaces

8.69 km

985 m

248 m

234 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 6 July

31°C

22°C

84 %

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Old Quarry Lake – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Patapsco Valley State Park

Old Quarry Lake

Abandoned Chevrolet Bel Air

North Branch Patapsco River

McKeldin Falls

McKeldin Rapids Trail

Patapsco Valley State Park (Woodstock Area)

Patapsco River

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