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Seneca Creek State Park – Black Rock Mill loop from Seneca

Seneca Creek State Park – Black Rock Mill loop from Seneca

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Seneca Creek State Park – Black Rock Mill loop from Seneca

01:24

28.6km

310m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Seneca Creek State Park

Hoyles Mill Conservation Park

South Germantown Recreational Park

Little Seneca Greenway Stream Valley Park

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Start point

Parking

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9.47 km

Seneca Creek State Park

Highlight • Forest

Seneca Creek State Park offers diverse recreational opportunities amid its 6,300 acres of woodland and water. Visitors can explore miles of trails, fish in the creek, enjoy picnics, and partake in boating activities, creating memorable outdoor experiences for all.

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9.51 km

Black Rock Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

Just the walls remain of the 1815 Black Rock saw- and gristmill in Seneca Creek State Park. The structure was stabilized and representations of mill machinery were added in 1980.

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10.0 km

Autumn Forest in Seneca Creek State Park

Highlight • Forest

Seneca Creek State Park is a beautiful place to ride, especially during the fall when the landscape comes alive with color. Film fans might recognize it as a filming location for 'The Blair Witch Project'. Maybe don't visit at night...?

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12.6 km

South Germantown Recreational Park

Highlight • Rest Area

South Germantown Recreational Park is a very busy Montgomery Park. It is a large park that offers a variety of activities including hiking, biking, archery, miniature golf, swimming, soccer, picnicking, and adventure play along with many more.

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26.6 km

Seneca Schoolhouse

Highlight • Historical Site

Old Seneca Schoolhouse is a small 1800s school building tucked near the trails in Seneca Creek. It’s a cool little stop if you’re riding or hiking nearby—feels like stepping back …

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28.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.6 km

4.68 km

251 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.8 km

5.60 km

174 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Today

Friday 4 September

32°C

21°C

69 %

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Seneca Creek State Park – Black Rock Mill loop from Seneca

Seneca Creek State Park

Black Rock Mill

Autumn Forest in Seneca Creek State Park

South Germantown Recreational Park

Seneca Schoolhouse

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