Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from Forest Glen

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Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from Forest Glen

Moderate

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Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from Forest Glen

02:31

43.2km

150m

Cycling

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

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 50 m for 9 m

After 43.2 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

11.2 km

Rachel Carson Greenway and Sligo Creek Trail Junction

Highlight • Trail

Very easy to miss! Watch for the trail markers.

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18.3 km

Northeast Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail meanders along the Northeast Branch Anacostia River and passes through several parks along the way. This section leads to Denis Rest Stop, providing a nice spot to take a break and enjoy the views.

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19.7 km

College Park Airport

Highlight • Historical Site

College Park Airport was founded in 1909 as the military demonstration area for the Wright Brothers. Notably, it is the world's oldest continually operating airport. As you ride by College …

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20.3 km

Paint Branch

Highlight • River

This 17-mile-long stream flows from the Anacostia River, descending 30 feet in elevation along the way. This point provides a great view of the stream, making it a good break point.

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20.8 km

Indian Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Indian Creek Trail, spanning 1.5 miles through Prince George's County, is an asphalt trail open to biking, skating, horseback riding, walking, and wheelchair access. It serves as a link …

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21.7 km

Indian Creek Stream Valley Park

Nature Reserve

22.9 km

Lake Artemesia

Highlight • Lake

This park boasts an aquatic garden, miles of hiking, running, and biking trails, and numerous fishing areas. The standout feature of the park is the scenic 38-acre lake, visible from various points along the trails.

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23.9 km

Paint Branch Stream Valley Park Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The paths in this area are well paved and good for cycling. You will be surprised how quickly you are surrounded by nature, once you leave the busy streets behind. …

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36.6 km

Carroll Avenue Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The original bridge was a low wooden bridge. The MDSHA tore down and remade the bridge in 2015. The MDSHA made sure to keep elements of the old bridge in the modern bridge.

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43.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types