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Saw Mill Branch Trail – Ilchester Rocks loop from Catonsville

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Saw Mill Branch Trail – Ilchester Rocks loop from Catonsville

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Saw Mill Branch Trail – Ilchester Rocks loop from Catonsville

01:37

5.93km

90m

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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Patapsco Valley State Park

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1.52 km

Saw Mill Branch Trail

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Beautiful trail surrounded by nature, through forests and small streams.

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1.90 km

Saw Mill Branch Tunnel

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Short tunnel under the railway tracks where the Saw Mill Branch is floating through. It connects the Grist Mill Trail and Forest Glen Trail.

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2.39 km

Swinging Bridge and Patapsco Riverbank

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The Patapsco River flows through central Maryland and into the Chesapeake Bay.

The river is known as the River of History as it played an essential role in Maryland's Industrial …

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2.50 km

Swinging Bridge, Patapsco Valley State Park

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This popular swinging bridge crosses the Patapsco River. It is a wooden suspension bridge with metal cables.

On the bridge you'll have great views of the river and surrounding woodland. …

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3.89 km

Grist Mill Trail viewpoint

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Here you can find a bench where you can sit and enjoy views of the Patapsco River.

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4.76 km

Ilchester Rocks

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Nice viewpoint just a few meters away from Buzzards Rock Trail.

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5.60 km

This area of Patapsco Park is less frequently trafficked, but just as pleasant as the southern trail system. A true hidden gem! There are a few small stream crossings and plenty of interconnected trails to explore.

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5.93 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.80 km

925 m

111 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.62 km

1.91 km

1.25 km

< 100 m

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Monday 25 May

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Saw Mill Branch Trail – Ilchester Rocks loop from Catonsville

Saw Mill Branch Trail

Saw Mill Branch Tunnel

Swinging Bridge and Patapsco Riverbank

Swinging Bridge, Patapsco Valley State Park

Grist Mill Trail viewpoint

Ilchester Rocks

Gray's Mill Trailhead

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