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 to walk over the bridge as it is not very wide and there may be pedestrians.

The surface is mostly paved and quite flat so well suited to families and kids.

There are various historic sites of interest alongside the trail, including the famous swinging bridge, which was originally used by mill workers to cross the river.

Bethan Owens

December 20, 2023

Hiking

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

The surface is mostly paved and quite flat so well suited to families and kids.

There are various historic sites of interest alongside the trail, including the famous swinging bridge which was originally used by mill workers to cross the river.

Bethan Owens

December 20, 2023

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1. Grist Mist Trail loop — Catonsville

24.2km

01:29

220m

210m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lost Lake – Small Buildings Ruins loop from Dunteachin

34.5km

03:11

550m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Segment 1 – Grist Mill Trail viewpoint loop from Halethorpe

20.4km

01:15

140m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Catonsville, Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

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Swinging Bridge on Grist Mill Trail

1. Grist Mist Trail loop — Catonsville

2. Lost Lake – Small Buildings Ruins loop from Dunteachin

3. Segment 1 – Grist Mill Trail viewpoint loop from Halethorpe

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