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Hawlings River – Scenic view loop from Upper Rock Creek Local Park

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Hawlings River – Scenic view loop from Upper Rock Creek Local Park

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4.7

(7108)

16,304

riders

Hawlings River – Scenic view loop from Upper Rock Creek Local Park

04:17

70.1km

560m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Patuxent River State Park

Rachel Carson Conservation Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

5.76 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

2

7.02 km

Meadow Restoration Project, Rachel Carson Conservation Park

Highlight • Forest

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.

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3

7.35 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.

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4

7.71 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.

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5

29.2 km

Scenic view

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot along Hardy Road has a scenic view of a rustic countryside.

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B

70.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.9 km

12.5 km

1.80 km

1.29 km

733 m

Surfaces

44.2 km

25.0 km

855 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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