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College Park Airport – Northeast Branch Trail loop from Greenbelt Park

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United States

Maryland

Prince George'S County

Berwyn Heights

College Park Airport – Northeast Branch Trail loop from Greenbelt Park

Easy

4.9

(1503)

19,104

riders

College Park Airport – Northeast Branch Trail loop from Greenbelt Park

00:39

10.3km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 16, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.17 km for 54 m

After 4.51 km for 58 m

After 5.39 km for 300 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.68 km

Paint Branch

Highlight • River

This 17-mile-long stream flows from the Anacostia River, descending 30 feet in elevation along the way. This point provides a great view of the stream, making it a good break point.

Tip by

2.25 km

College Park Airport was founded in 1909 as the military demonstration area for the Wright Brothers. Notably, it is the world's oldest continually operating airport. As you ride by College Park Airport, you are separated by a fence and a few lights, but not by much else, from the beginning of the runway to this small airport. If you are lucky, you will catch a plane coming right over your head as you ride by.

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2.91 km

Northeast Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail meanders along the Northeast Branch Anacostia River and passes through several parks along the way. This section leads to Denis Rest Stop, providing a nice spot to take a break and enjoy the views.

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7.68 km

Paint Branch Stream Valley Park Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The paths in this area are well paved and good for cycling. You will be surprised how quickly you are surrounded by nature, once you leave the busy streets behind.

The trails are shared use, so be respectful of other path users.

Tip by

8.60 km

Lake Artemesia

Highlight • Lake

Lake Artemesia is a man-made lake, spanning 38 acres and surrounded by Lake Artemesia Park. The lake and the park are named after Artemesia N. Drefs, who in 1972 donated ten lots to the county for preservation as a public green space.

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10.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.78 km

2.51 km

554 m

457 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.15 km

1.58 km

397 m

182 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 17 July

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Paint Branch