Jerusalem Mill Section – Little Gunpowder Falls loop from Gunpowder Falls State Park Pleasantville Area

Mountain biking trails

United States

Maryland

Harford County

Jerusalem Mill Section – Little Gunpowder Falls loop from Gunpowder Falls State Park Pleasantville Area

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Jerusalem Mill Section – Little Gunpowder Falls loop from Gunpowder Falls State Park Pleasantville Area

01:13

15.1km

180m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Waypoints

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2.30 km

Small river island

Highlight • River

As the Little Gunpowder Falls is divided into two parts at this spot, there is a very little island in the middle of the two river sections. After a very short distance, the two parts reunite again to continue flowing through the State Park.

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3.34 km

Jerusalem Mill Section

Highlight • River

Jerusalem Mill Section is part of the vast Gunpowder Falls State Park. An endless network of trails will lead you to the discovery of this beautiful corner of Maryland.

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4.89 km

Old quarry

Highlight • Structure

You can view the quarry from the top or from the bottom. From here you get great sweeping views off the ledge, and if you swing down below via the Little Gunpowder Trail you can look up to see its towering stone walls. The trail to this point from east is a little easier.

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4.94 km

Jerusalem Mill Section

Highlight • Historical Site

Jerusalem Mill Section is part of the vast Gunpowder Falls State Park. An endless network of trails will lead you to the discovery of this beautiful corner of Maryland.

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7.56 km

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.

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9.75 km

Little Gunpowder Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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.

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11.9 km

Little Gunpowder Falls

Highlight • River

The trail system around the Little Gunpowder Falls is perfect for a shady mountain bike ride on hot summer days.

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12.1 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.

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15.1 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.98 km

3.06 km

2.04 km

Surfaces

7.71 km

4.18 km

2.29 km