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Easy hikes and walks in Maryland

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Exploring Maryland on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Maryland. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

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1. Centennial Lake Loop Trail — Columbia, Maryland

5.02km

01:19

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Wolf Rock & Chimney Rock Trail loop — Catoctin Mountain Park

6.22km

01:54

220m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Clopper Lake loop — Seneca Creek State Park

5.37km

01:23

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Lake Needwood loop — Rock Creek Regional Park

4.17km

01:05

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Lake Kittamaqundi loop from Symphony Woods Parking — Columbia, Maryland

3.57km

00:55

20m

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Lake Elkhorn loop — Columbia, Maryland

3.08km

00:48

10m

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. White Trail loop — Rocks State Park

4.41km

01:21

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Switchback Trail loop — Patapsco Valley State Park

6.97km

01:53

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Cascade Falls Trail loop — Patapsco Valley State Park

4.67km

01:20

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Wincopin Trails and cotton mill relics — Columbia, Maryland

5.43km

01:27

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Maryland

1. Centennial Lake Loop Trail — Columbia, Maryland

2. Wolf Rock & Chimney Rock Trail loop — Catoctin Mountain Park

3. Clopper Lake loop — Seneca Creek State Park

4. Lake Needwood loop — Rock Creek Regional Park

5. Lake Kittamaqundi loop from Symphony Woods Parking — Columbia, Maryland

6. Lake Elkhorn loop — Columbia, Maryland

7. White Trail loop — Rocks State Park

8. Switchback Trail loop — Patapsco Valley State Park

9. Cascade Falls Trail loop — Patapsco Valley State Park

10. Wincopin Trails and cotton mill relics — Columbia, Maryland

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