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Monkton Train Station – Sparks Bank Nature Center loop from Monkton

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Monkton Train Station – Sparks Bank Nature Center loop from Monkton

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2.7

(15)

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Monkton Train Station – Sparks Bank Nature Center loop from Monkton

03:11

49.7km

610m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

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Torrey C Brown Rail Trail

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12 m

Monkton Train Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Old scenic railway station on the NCR Trail (AKA Torrey C Brown Rail Trail). Bathrooms, a general store, a cafe, and other amenities in Monkton. Great for pit stops for the rail trail or bike touring in the area.

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26.2 km

Dover Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the top of Dover Hill you will be rewarded with far-reaching views of the surrounding countryside. This is a lovely open road and not a particularly steep hill, which makes it great for road riding.

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37.5 km

Nice view of Bosley Church

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful views of Bosley Church and the surrounding area, full of authentic farmhouses.

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44.0 km

Sparks Bank Nature Center

Highlight • Rest Area

Next to the parking area at Sparks Road and the Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail, you will find this building, open on summer weekends, featuring interpretive displays and family activities.

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45.4 km

Glencoe Road Bridge Over Gunpowder Falls

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If you're cycling in the area or on the Torrey C. Brown Trail, you'll likely pass by this spot where there's a metal deck bridge over the Gunpowder Falls. Although …

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45.8 km

The Inn at the Old Mill

Highlight (Segment) • Restaurant

49.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.6 km

6.48 km

1.32 km

1.25 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

42.9 km

6.41 km

362 m

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Monkton Train Station – Sparks Bank Nature Center loop from Monkton

Monkton Train Station

Dover Hill

Nice view of Bosley Church

Sparks Bank Nature Center

Glencoe Road Bridge Over Gunpowder Falls

The Inn at the Old Mill

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