Lake Kittamaqundi – Lake Elkhorn loop from Columbia

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Lake Kittamaqundi – Lake Elkhorn loop from Columbia

Moderate

2.9

(20)

riders

Lake Kittamaqundi – Lake Elkhorn loop from Columbia

02:11

31.8km

190m

Cycling

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

Last updated: October 16, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.55 km

Lake Kittamaqundi

Highlight • Lake

Lake “Kitt” is a lovely lake that was constructed during the development of Columbia, it has an area of 27-acres. The name of the lake comes from the name of …

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6.77 km

Lake Elkhorn

Highlight • Lake

Lake Elkhorn is the third-largest lake in the county. It is surrounded by woodland and has several paved trails that run along the perimeter of the water.

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10.8 km

Quarry Pit (historic)

Highlight • Historical Site

11.4 km

Little Patuxent River

Highlight • River

The Little Patuxent River is a 45-mile river that begins in Howard County and flows south to meet the Middle Patuxent River in Savage and then eventually meets the Patuxent River near Crofton.

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17.1 km

Patuxent Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Patuxent Branch Trail is a multi-use, paved 10.4-mile trail that follows the Little Patuxent River.

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22.9 km

Lake Elkhorn loop trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Lake Elkhorn loop trail is a paved trail that circles the lake with the same name. It is an easy trail and traffic free, so it is a great place for a recovery ride.

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24.7 km

Lake Elkhorn

Highlight • Lake

Lake Elkhorn is a 37-acre reservoir and is Columbia, Maryland's largest lake. There is a paved two-mile path around the lake that was built in 1982.

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29.8 km

Lake Kittamaqundi Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Lake Kittamaqundi, or simply "Lake Kitt," is a real urban gem, with a mostly flat, stroller-friendly trail leading all the way around its shore. How often can you go for …

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