Patuxent Branch Trail, Rail trail in Howard County, Maryland, United States.
The Patuxent Branch Trail extends 4.5 miles along the Little Patuxent River, featuring a combination of crushed stone and asphalt surfaces through natural landscapes.
The trail incorporates sections of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Patuxent Branch, which operated from 1880 to 1928 serving granite quarries and cotton mills.
Local residents maintain the trail through volunteer efforts, organizing regular community events that promote outdoor recreation and environmental education.
Visitors can access parking facilities at both trail ends: 7494 Sea Change in Columbia and Savage Park at 8400 Fair Street, with additional spots along the route.
An 83-foot Pratt Truss Bridge from 1902 marks the trailhead, connecting modern recreational paths with industrial transportation heritage.
Location: Howard County
Website: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/recreation-parks/location/patuxent-branch-trail
Website: https://howardcountymd.gov/recreation-parks/location/patuxent-branch-trail
GPS coordinates: 39.16778,-76.85028
Latest update: April 4, 2025 22:00
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