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Carroll County
Eldersburg

McKeldin Falls – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Patapsco Valley State Park

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Carroll County
Eldersburg

McKeldin Falls – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Patapsco Valley State Park

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McKeldin Falls – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Patapsco Valley State Park

01:04

3.94km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 1, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Patapsco Valley State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

539 m

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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2

545 m

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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1.79 km

North Branch Patapsco River

Lake

B

3.94 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.19 km

389 m

336 m

Surfaces

3.16 km

358 m

264 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

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