Tom Dixon Observation Area – BWI Trail loop from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

Tom Dixon Observation Area – BWI Trail loop from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

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Tom Dixon Observation Area – BWI Trail loop from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

02:39

59.1km

420m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 21 m for 24 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.28 km

View of Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot on the BWI Trail you get a truly amazing views over the airport. This multi-use trail is the only trail in the U.S. that encircles an international airport, making it a unique spot for a ride.

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9.66 km

Tom Dixon Observation Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great observation area to watch the planes land and take off from BWI Airport.

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20.8 km

Race Road Along Deep Run

Highlight • Trail

This is a beautiful road that runs alongside a tributary of the Patapsco River, called the Deep Run. Although Race Road is fairly wooded, keep an eye out for glimpses …

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20.8 km

Patapsco Valley State Park Deep Run Area

Highlight • River

Deep Run of the Patapsco Valley State Park is an 11.9-mile-long tributary of the Patapsco River. Historically, the banks of Deep Run served as a frequent hiding place for slaves …

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25.3 km

Oxford Square Community Pond

Highlight • Lake

This beautiful pond offers a peaceful escape amidst the bustling city. Also serves as a valuable educational resource for local schools, offering opportunities to learn about local ecology and the …

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42.5 km

View of Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

Highlight • Viewpoint

The BWI Trail offers a great spot to watch planes land at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. This scenic trail provides some shelters and benches to take a break and watch.

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43.3 km

BWI Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The BWI Trail is an 11-mile asphalt trail that encircles the BWI Airport. It was designed with commuters in mind, but it also makes for a great recreational outing.

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59.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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