Abandoned railroad – Little Gunpowder Falls loop from Fallston

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Abandoned railroad – Little Gunpowder Falls loop from Fallston

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Abandoned railroad – Little Gunpowder Falls loop from Fallston

03:15

39.3km

480m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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5.03 km

Abandoned railroad

Highlight • Structure

This is an old segment of the Maryland & Pennsylvania Railroad. You can follow the MD & PA Trail for a few miles along the river and through the trees between Pleasantville Bridge and Bottom Road Bridge.

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16.5 km

Gunpowder Falls State Park (Pleasantville Area)

Highlight • Forest

Pleasantville Area is part of the Gunpowder Falls State Park and is located a little north of the Jerusalem Mill Area. It hosts multiple trails through the forest, that include creek crossings and parts along Little Gunpowder Falls.

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19.4 km

Little Gunpowder Falls

Highlight • River

The trail system around the Little Gunpowder Falls is perfect for a shady mountain bike ride on hot summer days.

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19.6 km

Bottom Road Steel Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The iconic bridge here is beautiful and open to views of Little Gunpowder Falls. The bridge is narrow and you share the road with the cars while you cross.

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19.9 km

Bottom Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 297-meter section of Bottom Road is compacted dirt, however it's really well maintained and smooth. Just use caution on really rainy days.

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21.7 km

Little Gunpowder Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a wonderfully scenic singletrack trail that winds its way along the southern bank of Little Gunpowder Falls with continuous views of the river. The trail is packed dirt and only mildly technical.

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23.5 km

Dick Branch waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

The waterfall cascades down the length of the Waterfall Trail, which follows Dick Branch on both sides. There are stepping logs and stones to help you cross the creek.

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28.4 km