Cascade Falls – Lost Lake loop from University of Maryland Baltimore County

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Cascade Falls – Lost Lake loop from University of Maryland Baltimore County

Hard

2.6

(12)

runners

Cascade Falls – Lost Lake loop from University of Maryland Baltimore County

02:12

17.3km

320m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Patapsco Valley State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.79 km

Patapsco Valley State Park Glen Artney Area

Highlight • Forest

This is one of the most popular, well-known parts of Patapsco Valley State Park. There's a nice picnic area, and miles of unpaved trails that are great for walking and …

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6.10 km

Swinging Bridge, Patapsco Valley State Park

Highlight • Bridge

This popular swinging bridge crosses the Patapsco River. It is a wooden suspension bridge with metal cables.

On the bridge you'll have great views of the river and surrounding woodland. …

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6.43 km

Cascade Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Small waterfall created by Cascade Creek. Great place to take a break during the hike.

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7.96 km

Ruins of old latrines

Highlight • Structure

Right next to the Ridge Trail, you can see some ruins that used to be men's and women's latrines.

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7.97 km

At different spots along this section of the trail, runners can see photogenic ruins of various small buildings. These spooky ruins are believed by locals to be haunted. Run at your own risk and, at least, run fast!

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10.8 km

Patapsco Valley State Park Avalon Area — Mountain Bike Trails

Highlight • MTB Park

A fun trail area with ton of elevation for Maryland riding. You can expect trails along a ridge, jump trails and some rocky and rooty sections.

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11.7 km

Ruins in Avalon Area, Patapsco Valley State Park

Highlight • Historical Site

The Patapsco Valley State Park Avalon Area is a portion of Patapsco Valley State Park near the center of the park's sprawling 14,000 acres of land. This area has miles of trails and hosts a portion of the Patapsco River.

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13.5 km

Lost Lake

Highlight • Lake

Lost Lake is a small lake just north of the Patapsco River within Patapsco Valley State Park's Glen Artney Area. The lake often has various species of birds and vegetation to look at while you ride.

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17.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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