Foundation Run

Foundation Run is a short, easy hike on the Loch Raven Reservoir in Maryland, about half a mile from the reservoir's shoreline. The route is an out-and-back that covers roughly a mile round trip, with a total climb of about 180 feet. The steepest stretch comes early on, at about 7%, and the trail stays low, with the high point around 368 feet. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station at Cylburn put May highs around 73°F and October highs around 66°F, while July averages climb to about 86°F. The Shore Trail starts just 0.1 mile away, and the Pink Trail is about 0.2 mile off. For a longer outing, the Merryman's Mill Trail for mountain biking is about half a mile away, and the Loch Raven Reservoir fishing access is about a mile away.