Rockburn Trail

Rockburn Trail is a short mountain biking route in Rockburn Branch Park, Maryland, set on a low, rolling stretch of land within the park. The route is an out-and-back, 0.26 miles long, with a total elevation gain of 101 feet and a total loss of 101 feet. The climb is steady, and the steepest section comes at about 0.08 miles in, with a grade of 4 percent. The low point is 272 feet, and the high point is 303 feet. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to ride. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Baltimore show May highs around 76°F and October highs around 68°F. July is the warmest month, with highs near 89°F. The Twisties mountain biking trail is just 0.1 miles away, and the Nu Trail hike is about 0.3 miles off. For more riding, the Morning Choice Trail lies roughly 0.4 miles away. Climbers can find the Ilchester climbing area about 2.3 miles from the trail.