Patapsco Valley State Park – The Cycle Mill Bike Shop loop from Halethorpe
Patapsco Valley State Park – The Cycle Mill Bike Shop loop from Halethorpe
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Patapsco Valley State Park – The Cycle Mill Bike Shop loop from Halethorpe
01:27
27.6km
210m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 1, 2026
Tips
Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route
After 9.05 km for 87 m
After 18.5 km for 87 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
Get Directions
9.08 km
Swinging Bridge, Patapsco Valley State Park
Highlight • Bridge
On the bridge you'll have great views of the river and surrounding woodland.
It isn't too high up, so even if you're afraid of heights it's still worth passing over the bridge. Be courteous of other pedestrians as the bridge is fairly narrow!
Tip by
9.19 km
Swinging Bridge and Patapsco Riverbank
Highlight • Bridge
The river is known as the River of History as it played an essential role in Maryland's Industrial Revolution that began towards the end of the 18th century.
The river flows through the Patapsco Valley State Park, winding through woodland and open countryside. There are a few good wild swimming spots too!
Tip by
10.5 km
Viewpoint
Viewpoint
11.0 km
Swinging Bridge on Grist Mill Trail
Highlight • Bridge
It is best to walk over the bridge as it is not very wide and there may be pedestrians.
The surface is mostly paved and quite flat so well suited to families and kids.
There are various historic sites of interest alongside the trail, including the famous swinging bridge, which was originally used by mill workers to cross the river.
Tip by
11.1 km
Tip by
12.2 km
Patapsco Valley State Park
Highlight • Forest
It's a great place for hiking, camping, canoeing, horseback riding and mountain biking. Or simply just bring a picnic and relax by the river.
Some historical sites are also worth visiting in the park such as the Thomas Viaduct and Orange Grove Flour Mill.
Tip by
13.9 km
The Cycle Mill Bike Shop
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
27.6 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
9.95 km
8.04 km
5.04 km
4.00 km
406 m
102 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
22.5 km
3.93 km
948 m
257 m
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