Hike, Bike, or Run the Northern Central Rail Trail to York Country Heritage Trail

Cockeysville, Maryland

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Distance

40.71 miles

Elevation Gain

1604 ft

Route Type

Point-to-Point

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Miles and miles of paved trail take you on a journey through some of Maryland's finest landscapes.

Park in the lot off of Paper Mill Road to access the trail (see map). This trail is accessible year round, is shared by hikers, runners, bikers, and equestrians, and is dog-friendly. It can get crowded on the weekends.

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Features

Cycling

Mountain Biking

Running

Hiking

Dog Friendly

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Forest

River

Scenic

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