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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

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2.6

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

01:47

14.6km

210m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

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Patapsco Valley State Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.14 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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6.02 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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7.70 km

Small Building Ruins

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

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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7.91 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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8.52 km

Shelter

Highlight • Rest Area

Very small shelter to take a little rest close to the River Road.

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9.43 km

Cascade Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

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

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9.76 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.

It isn't too high up, so even if you're afraid of heights it's still worth passing over the bridge. Be courteous of other pedestrians as the bridge is fairly narrow!

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12.1 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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14.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.64 km

5.53 km

1.52 km

486 m

327 m

106 m

Surfaces

9.43 km

3.32 km

1.14 km

559 m

141 m

Elevation

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

Ruins in Avalon Area, Patapsco Valley State Park

Patapsco Valley State Park Avalon Area — Mountain Bike Trails

Small Building Ruins

Ruins of old latrines

Shelter

Cascade Falls

Swinging Bridge, Patapsco Valley State Park

Lost Lake

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