Harford Road Trailhead – Little Gunpowder Trail loop from Gunpowder Falls State Park Jerusalem Mill Area

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Harford Road Trailhead – Little Gunpowder Trail loop from Gunpowder Falls State Park Jerusalem Mill Area

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Harford Road Trailhead – Little Gunpowder Trail loop from Gunpowder Falls State Park Jerusalem Mill Area

01:15

13.2km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

12 m

Harford Road Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

There is ample parking at the trailhead and access to the trail system on both sides of the road. From here you can explore a network of peaceful singletrack trails that fork off of Little Gunpowder.

Tip by

2.20 km

This is a wonderfully scenic singletrack trail that winds its way along the southern bank of Little Gunpowder Falls with continuous views of the river. The trail is packed dirt and only mildly technical.

Tip by

4.30 km

Bottom Road Steel Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The iconic bridge here is beautiful and open to views of Little Gunpowder Falls. The bridge is narrow and you share the road with the cars while you cross.

Tip by

4.32 km

Bottom Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 297-meter section of Bottom Road is compacted dirt, however it's really well maintained and smooth. Just use caution on really rainy days.

Tip by

11.7 km

Dick Branch waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

The waterfall cascades down the length of the Waterfall Trail, which follows Dick Branch on both sides. There are stepping logs and stones to help you cross the creek.

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13.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.5 km

788 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

506 m

156 m