Easy
73
hikers
Lake Elkhorn – Lake Elkhorn loop from Lake Elkhorn
01:13
4.73km
20m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 19, 2026
Waypoints
A
Start point
Bus stop
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1
703 m
Lake Elkhorn loop trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Lake Elkhorn loop trail is a paved trail that circles the lake with the same name. It is an easy trail and traffic free, so it is a great place for a recovery ride.
Tip by
2
2.47 km
Lake Elkhorn
Highlight • Lake
Lake Elkhorn is a 37-acre reservoir and is Columbia, Maryland's largest lake. There is a paved two-mile path around the lake that was built in 1982.
Tip by
3
2.96 km
Lake Elkhorn
Highlight • Lake
Lake Elkhorn is the third-largest lake in the county. It is surrounded by woodland and has several paved trails that run along the perimeter of the water.
Tip by
B
4.73 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.52 km
1.22 km
944 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
4.50 km
146 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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