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Antietam National Battlefield – Antietam Aqueduct loop from Mercersville

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United States
Maryland
Washington County

Antietam National Battlefield – Antietam Aqueduct loop from Mercersville

Moderate

5.0

(8979)

18,130

riders

Antietam National Battlefield – Antietam Aqueduct loop from Mercersville

02:31

51.8km

580m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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After 14.5 km for 500 m

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2.68 km

Antietam National Battlefield

Highlight • Historical Site

The peaceful Appalachian foothills and fields here are far removed from their bloody history. The Antietam National Battlefield commemorates a Civil War battle in 1862.

You can explore the beautiful …

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3.76 km

Sharpsburg

Highlight • Settlement

Sharpsburg, is a small town steeped in history. You can visit the Antietam National Battlefield, wander through the historic town centre and stop for an ice cream. It's a great place to stop for refreshments on a bike ride.

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14.8 km

Antietam Aqueduct

Highlight • Bridge

The Antietam Aqueduct, located at mile 69.4 of the C&O Canal Towpath, is a three-arch stone aqueduct that once carried the canal over Antietam Creek. Built in 1834, it is …

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32.6 km

Weverton–Roxbury Corridor Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail is a picturesque segment of the South Mountain Recreation Area. The reserve features an unspoiled trail that offers a glimpse of the remnants of historic bridges, …

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34.9 km

Civil War Rail Trail

Nature Reserve

6

37.4 km

Red Hill

Highlight • Summit

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51.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.3 km

6.69 km

5.01 km

744 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.8 km

12.2 km

744 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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