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Bike loop from Catonsville

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Bike loop from Catonsville

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Bike loop from Catonsville

01:21

19.6km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 125 m for 218 m

After 7.51 km for 87 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.68 km

Swinging Bridge and Patapsco Riverbank

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The Patapsco River flows through central Maryland and into the Chesapeake Bay.

The river is known as the River of History as it played an essential role in Maryland's Industrial …

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4.95 km

Viewpoint

5.40 km

Swinging Bridge – Grist Mill Trail

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The Grist Mill Trail crosses over the Patapsco River here. You get a great view over the water from here too.

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5.47 km

Swinging Bridge on Grist Mill Trail

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The Grist Mist Trail passes through Patapsco Valley State Park, alongside the Patapsco River. For a large part of the trail, it also passes alongside the railroad.

It is best …

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5.56 km

Ilchester Road Access to Ridge Trail and Orange Grove, Patapsco Valley State Park

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The Ilchester Road access point to the Ridge Trail offers a thrilling start for cyclists exploring Patapsco Valley State Park. Expect a steep, technical climb with rocky sections, rewarding you …

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7.57 km

Swinging Bridge, Patapsco Valley State Park

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This popular swinging bridge crosses the Patapsco River. It is a wooden suspension bridge with metal cables.

On the bridge you'll have great views of the river and surrounding woodland. …

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19.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.23 km

5.60 km

4.39 km

789 m

684 m

667 m

212 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

5.28 km

2.57 km

281 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Thursday 3 September

36°C

21°C

37 %

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Bike loop from Catonsville

Swinging Bridge and Patapsco Riverbank

Swinging Bridge – Grist Mill Trail

Swinging Bridge on Grist Mill Trail

Ilchester Road Access to Ridge Trail and Orange Grove, Patapsco Valley State Park

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