The start of the Chesapeake-and-Delaware Canal trail which connects Chesapeake city and Delaware City. You ride with a view of the water almost the whole way. The route is paved with only two short hills.

Amy

September 10, 2024

Cycling

David Chapman

May 31, 2025

Road cycling

Plenty of parking at Schaffer’s restaurant or overflow parking nearby. A nice creamery 16 miles down the trail, or another on the opposite side of the bridge (not a great bridge to cycle over though so be warned). Trail is flat and a nice 15 mile there and back route (30 mile ride).

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2. View over Fort Delaware – Mike Castle Trail loop from Delaware City

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3. View over Fort Delaware – Mike Castle Trail loop from Clay Acres

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Location: Chesapeake City, Cecil County, Maryland, United States

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Ben Cardin Recreational Trailhead, Chesapeake City

1. Delaware City – Mike Castle Trail

2. View over Fort Delaware – Mike Castle Trail loop from Delaware City

3. View over Fort Delaware – Mike Castle Trail loop from Clay Acres

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