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Lost Lake – Patapsco Valley State Park loop from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Maryland
Anne Arundel County

Lost Lake – Patapsco Valley State Park loop from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

Moderate

4.8

(6896)

11,253

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Lost Lake – Patapsco Valley State Park loop from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

02:16

35.6km

310m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.68 km for 114 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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7.43 km

Lost Lake

Highlight • Lake

Lost Lake is a small lake just north of the Patapsco River within Patapsco Valley State Park's Glen Artney Area. The lake often has various species of birds and vegetation to look at while you ride.

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2

9.74 km

This popular swinging bridge crosses the Patapsco River. It is a wooden suspension bridge with metal cables.

On the bridge you'll have great views of the river and surrounding woodland. …

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11.1 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

4

11.6 km

The Grist Mist Trail passes through Patapsco Valley State Park, alongside the Patapsco River. For a large part of the trail, it also passes alongside the railroad.

It is best …

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5

11.7 km

The Ilchester Road access point to the Ridge Trail offers a thrilling start for cyclists exploring Patapsco Valley State Park. Expect a steep, technical climb with rocky sections, rewarding you …

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13.4 km

Patapsco Valley State Park Gray's Mill Area

Nature Reserve

19.8 km

Oella Homeowners Association Private Open Space

Nature Reserve

8

23.2 km

Patapsco Valley State Park

Highlight • Forest

The Patapsco Valley was Maryland's first and remains its largest state park. The 14,000 acres (5,700 ha) are made up of forests, winding rivers and cascading waterfalls.

It's a great …

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35.6 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.3 km

8.41 km

7.68 km

4.24 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.8 km

8.86 km

1.70 km

1.29 km

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Sunday 24 May

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