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Patuxent River State Park – Patuxent River State Park loop from Damascus

Patuxent River State Park – Patuxent River State Park loop from Damascus

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Patuxent River State Park – Patuxent River State Park loop from Damascus

03:21

73.1km

630m

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: May 7, 2026

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After 51.8 km for 181 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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26.5 km

Nestled at the source of the Patuxent River, this expansive 6,700-acre park features a nature center, scenic hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and kayak rentals. There are plenty of trails to ride your bike on.

Tip by

51.5 km

Elder Pine Brewing Company

Highlight • Pub

Elder Pine Brewing is a great place for a stop during a ride. There is outdoor seating, food trucks, and is located in a tranquil setting.

Tip by

51.9 km

Rachel Carson Conservation Park Trails

Highlight • Trail

This 650-acre park is dedicated to environmental preservation and honors environmental activist Rachel Carson with the conservation of the park. There are plenty of well-maintained dirt trails throughout the area as well.

Tip by

52.8 km

Hawlings River

Highlight • River

The Hawlings River is a 13-mile long tributray of the Patuxent River. This section of the river runs through the peaceful surroundings of the Rachel Carson Conservation Park.

Tip by

73.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.5 km

11.0 km

9.49 km

1.07 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

57.4 km

15.6 km

168 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Wednesday 24 June

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