The 10 Best Biking Trails in Maryland, United States

The Great Allegheny Passage soars over valleys, snakes around mountains, and skirts alongside three rolling rivers on its nearly level path from Cumberland, Md. to Pittsburgh. Cyclists pass through the Cumberland Narrows, cross the Mason-Dixon Line, top the Eastern Continental Divide, wind their way through Pennsylvania’s breathtaking Laurel Highlands, journey through the region’s coke, coal, mining, and steel-making corridor, and end at Pittsburgh’s majestic Point State Park. Stunning views of waterfalls, gorges, river valleys, and farmland are everywhere, especially from outside the Big Savage Tunnel, from the sweeping Salisbury Viaduct, at both ends of the Pinkerton Tunnel, and via the Ohiopyle High and Low Bridges. Riders overlook the joining of rivers at Confluence, McKeesport, and Pittsburgh, and can explore adjoining peninsulas, state parks, hollows, wildflower stands, and forests on foot at many places along the trail.

Enjoy a scenic walk, jog or bicycle ride on the Walls Cook Trail adjacent to the Harford Community College Planetarium. Convient parking for the trail head behind The Bike Shop of Bel Air where you can pick up maps and more information including a quite mountain bike course on the college campus.

This 13-mile trail is ideal for biking.

This award-winning 276-acre nature park features a 3.25-mile oyster chaff walking trail, which meanders through wildflower meadows, wetlands, tidal ponds, woodlands and sandy beaches. The trail provides a unique vantage point for viewing an incredible variety of waterfowl, wildlife and plant species. A gazebo and wheelchair-accessible boardwalk, located along the beach afford a spectacular view of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, and park benches located along the trail provides a brief respite for the weary. The trail, which wanders over several ridges, across marshlands and through woodlands, features two observation blinds overlooking the tidal ponds. The trail connects to the County’s Cross Island Trail system. Nearby free parking for the Cross Island Trail system is available at Old Love Point Park. Portable toilets are available year round. Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

The Chesapeake Heritage & Visitor Center (CHVC) provides visitors information needed to discover all that Queen Anne’s County has to offer! Visitor Center staff are available to assist with directions, information and local destination points of interest. While at the Chesapeake Heritage & Visitors Center be sure to check out the Chesapeake Legacy Museum. Here you’ll find interactive informational displays dedicated to the history, heritage, and culture of Queen Anne’s County. The museum also features a rotating artists series, displaying artwork with an emphasis on the Eastern Shore. Take the elevator or the spiral staircases to the outdoor viewing tower for breathtaking 360 views of the Kent Narrows Waterfront. On the grounds of the CHVC you will access the entrance to Ferry Point Park. Take the 530 ft boardwalk over the marsh to a secluded cove offering benches, picnic tables and a short walking trail over looking the Chester River.