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Maryland
Muddy Branch Greenway Trail
13.4 mi
Distance
640 ft
Gain
4h 55m
Time
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Inside Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 13.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 640 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,087 ft
- Highest point
- 392 ft
- Lowest point
- 169 ft
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- Dogs
- no
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
The Muddy Branch Greenway Trail is a scenic 13.37-mile point-to-point trail in Maryland that follows the Muddy Branch stream corridor through Montgomery County. This relatively flat greenway offers a peaceful escape through wooded areas and open spaces, making it an excellent choice for long walks, trail running, or cycling. The trail showcases the natural beauty of the region with riparian habitat and provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and nature appreciation.
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