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Rock Creek Trail

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  1. Areas
  2. MD
  3. …Central Maryland
  4. …Gaithersburg, Germantown, and Rockville
  5. Rock Creek Regional Park
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Length

14.9 Miles 24.0 Kilometers

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Runnable

Elevation

224' 68 m

Ascent

-401' -122 m

Descent

1%

Avg Grade (0°)

6%

Max Grade (3°)

351' 107 m

High

167' 51 m

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“Trail from Rock Creek Regional Park to Rock Creek Park in Washington, DC.”

— Grant Dong
GPX File — Driving Directions

Overview

Features: River/Creek
Dogs: Leashed

Description

A bendy trail that connects the two parts of Rock Creek Park. It runs along Beach Drive and Rock Creek. This trail is great if you have time and want a leisurely ride or run. It is maintained quite well and there are a few restrooms and water fountains along the trail. Be ready, however, as the trail is slightly hilly.

The northern portion of the trail starts at the Needwood Visitors Center on the southeastern side of Lake Needwood. The trail crosses a road every 2-3 miles. It first hits Avery Road, then crosses Norbeck, Veirs Mill, and Randolph Road. After that, it begins to run roughly parallel Beach Drive. The trail crosses over Rock Creek a few times. The trail is close to the road and so isn't too isolated. It has picnic tables scattered along some of the local community parks it crosses.

Contacts

Land Manager: Montgomery County, MD - Parks

Apr 11, 2018: Montgomery Parks Joins Forces With Maryland Multicultural Youth Centers To Engage Young People in Conservation Efforts

Apr 9, 2018: Walk, run and have fun as we honor Autism Awareness Month

Apr 9, 2018: Third Session of Montgomery Parks’ Speaker Series Examines Parks, Placemaking and Economic Development

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