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Lake Needwood Southeast Shore – Rock Creek Trail loop from Rockville

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United States
Maryland
Montgomery County
Rockville

Lake Needwood Southeast Shore – Rock Creek Trail loop from Rockville

Easy

3.3

(19)

67

riders

Lake Needwood Southeast Shore – Rock Creek Trail loop from Rockville

01:09

15.5km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.71 km for 93 m

After 11.1 km for 264 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.47 km

Lake Needwood Southeast Shore

Highlight • Lake

Lake Needwood is a beautiful 75-acre lake at the start of the Rock Creek Trail. The lake is popular with boaters, swimmers and fishermen. It is a great place for …

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2

6.23 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

There's a trail following the Rock Creek. The small river runs through the middle of the forest and it's nice to cycle along through the whole year.

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3

8.60 km

Water fountain

Highlight • Rest Area

The only water fountain I saw on this loop. Make sure to stop and hydrate. It is located under Norbeck road.

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4

10.1 km

Rockville Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

5

10.6 km

Rockville Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

Very old and spooky cemetery..... avoid after dusk!!

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15.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.69 km

5.57 km

1.80 km

1.61 km

439 m

427 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.67 km

4.22 km

2.97 km

694 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Saturday 24 October

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