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Summit Pointe – Mike Castle Trail loop from Summit Bridge

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Summit Pointe – Mike Castle Trail loop from Summit Bridge

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Summit Pointe – Mike Castle Trail loop from Summit Bridge

01:38

15.7km

40m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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7.61 km

St. Georges Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

best bike bridge over the C&D Canal, wide, flex post separated bike lane.

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7.67 km

St. Georges Trailhead – Michael Castle Trail

Highlight • Rest Area

The Saint Georges Trailhead offers restrooms and parking for the Mike Castle Trail along the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. While there is no drinking water available here, the trailhead provides convenient parking with quick access to the trail, along with picnic tables and bike tools. Visitors can also enjoy great views of the north side of the St. Georges Bridge.

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13.0 km

Summit Pointe

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot on the Michael N. Castle Trail, you get great panoramic views of the water and of the Summit North Marina. This is a great place to grab some water and snap a few photos before continuing down the scenic multi-use path.

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13.0 km

View of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Bridge from Summit Pointe

Highlight • Viewpoint

Summit Pointe, just off the Michael N. Castle Trail, is a great spot to rest. This small point offers scenic vistas of the marina and the Old Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Bridge, making it a good spot to take some photos and take in the views.

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14.6 km

Mike Castle Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Mike Castle Trail is a 12.4-mile asphalt path that connects Delaware City Marina to the Ben Cardin C&D Canal Recreational Trail at the Delaware/Maryland state line near Newark. This mixed-use trail is popular for activities like biking, walking, inline skating, and cross-country skiing. The trail offers several parking areas with restrooms along the route, as well as nice river views.

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15.5 km

Lums Pond parking lot and picnic area

Highlight • Parking

Search on Google Maps for "Michael Castle Trail, South Lums Pond Parking" to find this place

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15.7 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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15.7 km

Surfaces

13.2 km

1.32 km

914 m

288 m

Elevation

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Summit Pointe – Mike Castle Trail loop from Summit Bridge

St. Georges Bridge

St. Georges Trailhead – Michael Castle Trail

Summit Pointe

View of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Bridge from Summit Pointe

Mike Castle Trail

Lums Pond parking lot and picnic area

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