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North Branch Patapsco River – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Marriottsville

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United States
Maryland
Carroll County
Eldersburg

North Branch Patapsco River – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Marriottsville

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(5031)

8,125

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North Branch Patapsco River – McKeldin Rapids Trail loop from Marriottsville

00:51

6.81km

80m

Running

Moderate run. 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: August 3, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Patapsco Valley State Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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2.07 km

North Branch Patapsco River

Highlight • River

The North Branch Patapsco River is a 20-mile tributary to the larger Patapsco River.

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2

4.65 km

McKeldin Rapids Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nice trail along the South Branch of the Patapsco River. The trail starts at McKeldin falls and connects to the Switchback Trail.

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3

5.49 km

McKeldin Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

The McKeldin Falls are closed for swimming due to strong currents, but you can have a nice look at the small waterfalls.

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6.81 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

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6.52 km

193 m

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< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.48 km

276 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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