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Patuxent Branch Trail, Columbia

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Hiking Trail · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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The Patuxent Branch Trail is a 10.4-mile (16.7 km) trail in Howard County, Maryland, United States. It mostly runs along the path of the Patuxent River, just south of Maryland Route 32.
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  • By Thomas-GenevieveH
    The Patuxent Branch Trail links Lake Elkhorn to Savage Mill. Multiple parking areas exist along the 4.2 mile total length of the trail (although the final 0.7 miles between Vollenhausen Rd and... 
    The Patuxent Branch Trail links Lake Elkhorn to Savage Mill. Multiple parking areas exist along the 4.2 mile total length of the trail (although the final 0.7 miles between Vollenhausen Rd and...  more »
  • By bigoaktree12
    Love running these trails. They connect to Savage Park and Lake Elkhorn. Great place to go running/biking.walking. Also very scenic trail with access to the stream which is great for pets. 
    Love running these trails. They connect to Savage Park and Lake Elkhorn. Great place to go running/biking.walking. Also very scenic trail with access to the stream which is great for pets.  more »
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