Summit Pointe – Mike Castle Trail loop from Delaware City

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Summit Pointe – Mike Castle Trail loop from Delaware City

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Summit Pointe – Mike Castle Trail loop from Delaware City

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29.9km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.25 km

Michael N. Castle C & D Canal Trail

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The Michael N. Castle Trail, named after former U.S. Congressman and Governor Michael N. Castle, is a scenic, paved, multi-use 12.1-mile walking and biking route along the north shore of …

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7.11 km

St. Georges Bridge

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best bike bridge over the C&D Canal, wide, flex post separated bike lane.

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7.18 km

St. Georges Trailhead – Michael Castle Trail

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The Saint Georges Trailhead offers restrooms and parking for the Mike Castle Trail along the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. While there is no drinking water available here, the trailhead provides …

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12.5 km

Summit Pointe

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From this spot on the Michael N. Castle Trail, you get great panoramic views of the water and of the Summit North Marina. This is a great place to grab …

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12.5 km

View of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Bridge from Summit Pointe

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Summit Pointe, just off the Michael N. Castle Trail, is a great spot to rest. This small point offers scenic vistas of the marina and the Old Chesapeake and Delaware …

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15.0 km

Lums Pond parking lot and picnic area

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Search on Google Maps for "Michael Castle Trail, South Lums Pond Parking" to find this place

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15.1 km

Mike Castle Trail

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The Mike Castle Trail is a 12.4-mile asphalt path that connects Delaware City Marina to the Ben Cardin C&D Canal Recreational Trail at the Delaware/Maryland state line near Newark. This …

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29.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.9 km

377 m

281 m

245 m

Surfaces

27.9 km

1.85 km

Elevation

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Weather

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Wednesday 7 October

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Comments

July 5, 2025,Family ride (FX3)

Took a ride with my family down 2/3 of the C&D Canal trail. It was a good time, with ice cream included. The trip was inspired by the recent purchase of my in-laws new bike. Sadly, my father in law came off and dislocated his finger. Memories were certainly made.....