Northeast Branch Trail

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3.4 mile 5.5 kilometer point to point
100% Runnable
Easy

Elevation

Ascent: 49' 15 m
Descent: -17' -5 m
High: 47' 14 m
Low: 8' 3 m

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Max Grade: 1% (1°)

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“A paved path from Lake Artemisia to the Anacostia Trail System.”

— Grant Dong

Features Lake · River/Creek

Description

The Northeast Branch Trail is part of the Anacostia Trail System. The short 3-4 mile path links Lake Artemesia with the Northwest Branch Trail. The trail is mostly flat and free from many busy roads. It passes College Park Airport and a few community parks along the way.

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Land Manager: Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation

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Jan 14, 2017

Great path with nice views! Some deers included! 11.2mi

Trail Ratings

4.8 from 4 votes

#3

in Central Maryland

#4562

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4.8 from 4 votes

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#3

in Central Maryland

#101

in Maryland

#4,562

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