Annapolis Waterworks Trail – Broad Creek loop from Anne Arundel

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Annapolis Waterworks Trail – Broad Creek loop from Anne Arundel

Hard

4.6

(2201)

8,128

runners

Annapolis Waterworks Trail – Broad Creek loop from Anne Arundel

01:46

16.1km

180m

Running

Hard run. 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: September 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.25 km

Old Annapolis City Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Built in the 1850s as a water source for Annapolis, the reservoir played a strategic role during the Civil War. Enjoy a mostly paved 4.5-mile loop around the reservoir, offering breathtaking views of the water, rolling hills, and the historic Annapolis skyline in the distance.

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3.47 km

Annapolis Waterworks Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Annapolis Waterworks Trail was created by the City of Annapolis and MORE (Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts). They created a great trail network of 11 miles. It's worth checking out!

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5.54 km

Broad Creek

Highlight • River

Broad Creek is on the west side of Constitution Road, approximately 500 feet south of the Pennsylvania state line. The watershed Broad Creek is part of spans an area of 40.6 square miles. The mouth of the creek is at the Conowingo Reservoir, where Broad Creek flows into the Susquehanna River.

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8.24 km

Waterworks Park

Highlight • Trail

Waterworks Park, a historical and ecologically rich treasure, promises a versatile experience. From serene escapes to family fun, it unveils surprises like waterfalls, stone foundations, and glimpses of grazing deer. The biking trails cater to every taste and skill level.

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9.79 km

Broad Creek Overlook

Viewpoint

16.1 km

End point

Parking

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