Northwest Branch Trail, Hiking trail in suburban Maryland, United States.
The Northwest Branch Trail extends for 17.4 miles through a sequence of parks in Maryland, featuring both paved and natural surface paths.
The route includes the Adelphi Mill from 1796, which stands as a testament to the early industrial development along Maryland's waterways.
Local communities maintain the trail through organized events and clean-up initiatives, strengthening connections between residents and natural spaces.
The trail offers multiple access points with parking facilities, connecting to the Northeast Branch Trail and Paint Branch Trail within the Anacostia system.
The path transitions from urban surroundings to dense forest canopy after mile three, providing different environmental experiences within one trail system.
Location: Maryland
GPS coordinates: 38.94556,-76.94194
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:47
DeMatha Catholic High School
1.4 km
Peace Cross
687 m
Riversdale
1.9 km
Bladensburg Dueling Grounds
2.3 km
Northwest Branch Anacostia River
355 m
Saint Anselm's Abbey
3.7 km
Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens
3.7 km
Bostwick
1.1 km
George Washington House
498 m
St. Ann's Infant and Maternity Home
3.5 km
Amtrak Railroad Anacostia Bridge
3.2 km
Fort Saratoga
3.6 km
William Hilleary House
823 m
Old Town College Park
2.4 km
Calvert Hills Historic District
3.3 km
Market Master's House
831 m
Hyattsville Historic District
1.2 km
Hilltop Manor
1.1 km
New York Avenue Bridge
3.1 km
Harry Smith House
1.8 km
West Riverdale Historic District
2 km
Bladensburg Road Bridge
769 m
United States Post Office–Hyattsville Main
808 m
Mount Rainier Historic District
1.9 km
Riverdale Park Historic District
2.4 km
College Heights Estates Historic District
3.6 km
North Brentwood Historic District
893 m
Bladensburg Park Pedestrian Bridge
1 kmReviews
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