The trails average about 3 miles each with a variety of paddling experiences that range from an hour or two to allday excursions with overnight camping options. The trail has been divided into 3 segments but visitors can make their trips shorter or longer according to their time and ability. Maryland scenic byways guidebook and map is designed to steer you away from marylands interstates and highways to an exciting network of scenic byways just brimming with antique rows, earlymorning farmers markets, wineries and a host of historic sites and attractions. These maps of public lands managed by the department of natural resources are in geospatial pdf format.
We encourage you to practice trail safety at all times as you enjoy the trails. Department of natural resources trail maps maryland dnr. The tilghman watermens museum is housed in the historic lee house on the east side of tilghman island road. The maryland department of natural resources public access, water trails and recreation planning program 580 taylor avenue, e2 annapolis, md 21401. The website is managed by local paddlers and features a. Designation as an official maryland water trail requires the following. The development of these paddling routes expands the statewide network of water trails to almost 800 miles, and adds to the number and variety. We are a baltimorebased volunteer organization that is centered on hiking.
The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround. Partners promote public water access in southern maryland. Explore the best rated trails in maryland, whether youre looking an easy walking trail or a bike trail like the capital crescent trail and indian head rail trail. Greens point, heron alley, and the lighthouse trail. These trails are also not patrolled on a regular basis. The maryland department of natural resources and queen annes county have created a new water trails map and guide to lead paddlers along six separate water trail routes in the kent island area of queen annes county. Input and comments are welcome and can be submitted by email to lisa. Restaurants and attractions are positioned close to the trail making the experience even richer. Michaux state forest public use map pdf auto tour of michaux state forest pdf hiking trails. Frederick county, maryland covers an area of approximately 698 square miles with a geographic center of 39.
This long trail starts at whiskey springs, on the appalachian trail, in cumberland county, pa and heads east towards the susquehanna river, passing through pinchot state park en route. The 8digit scale is the most common management scale for watersheds across the state and therefore is the scale at which most of marylands local tmdls are developed. This map was produced by the maryland dnr public access, water trails and recreation planning program maryland public access and water trails legend deal island wma state private water road boat ramp canoekayak access restrooms directional signs parking yellow trail p 1 fanneys gut trail. Nps map depicting hiking trails for the great falls area of the chesapeake and ohio canal keywords. Illinois water trails here is you chance to enjoy the beauty and the serenity of being on a water trail in illinois. Interactive natural resources near you map allows you to find state parks, hunting and fishing locations, water access points and water trails near you.
Calvert county water trail guide now available maryland. Trails offer spectacular views of the lake, and meander through oak and hickory forests through some of our best natural areas. The appalachian trail is the longest hikingonly footpath in the world, ranging from maine to georgia. Proceeds from the sale of these maps go back into the protection of the appalachian trail experience through volunteer. Be sure that you have the navigational skills necessary to use a map and compass. Parks and maps queen annes county parks and recreation. This map was funded by a recreational trails grant from the maryland department of transportation to the talbot county office of tourism. Marys county explore the trails of the tidal potomac explore. For added interest, maps indicate road crossings, waterfalls, and scenic areas.
Maryland chesapeake and coastal bays water quality maps, satellite imagery, and water quality data. Click here to download, print or use these maps with other 3rd party mobile applications at no additional cost. How to use this mapguide this guide depicts a 90mile historic and scenic driving tour that follows the route taken during robert e. The oldest hiking club in maryland since 1934 and the premier hiking group in the state. Hiking trails of great falls maryland national park service. M arys c ounty produced through a partnership between the maryland department of natural resources and st. Bring extra clothing and gear in case of emergencies. Watersheds in this map relate to tmdls and wlas in the applicable queries via an 8digit watershed name identified in the location description. Michaux state forest snowmobile trail southern pdf. Department of transportation to the talbot county office of tourism. The maryland department of natural resources and calvert county parks and recreation have produced a new water trails map and guide for county waterways and public water access sites. National park service, us department of interior subject.
Mapping design by mark cohoon talbot county public works. Please click the links below to find further information on illinois water trails. Monocacy scenic water trail map frederick county parks and. Carroll county government trails carroll county, maryland. With more than 73 trails covering 4456 miles youre bound to find a perfect trail for you. Information contained here and along the trail tells stories that have been hidden deep within the landscape for 140 years. Phillips wharf has a public water access site which provides direct access to local water trails as well as the captain john smith chesapeake national historic trail. The department of natural resources trail atlas includes information on important recreation resources within maryland, from state land and water trails and water access sites to public lands including state parks, forests, wildlife management areas and others. Use the montgomery parks trailheads with parking map to find a trail near you. Call tollfree in maryland at 18776208dnr 8367 out of state. Maryland heights trails m ar y l n d he i g t s s h e n a n d o a h r i v e r p o t o m a c rr i v e p o t o m a c r i v e r. Water 0 2 miles 1kilometers 1 mile north experience your america chesapeake and ohio canal national historical park hiking trails of great falls maryland national park service u. Montgomery parks boasts more than 200 miles of trails. The trail must have an existing map andor guide the trail must have an interpretive component that.
This map features three different water trails in the southern part of the county including. The trail map is available online via downloadable pdf, which can be printed or viewed on a smart phone. From the tricities in south central washington, and north all the way to the canadian border, it spans over 400 miles on the columbia river as well as passage on two of its tributaries. Department of natural resources trail maps maryland. Michaels water trail map is a collaborative effort between the talbot county offices of tourism, public works, and parks and recreation. Water trails maryland heritage area for more paddling safety tips and information, visit the american canoe association website at. The mason dixon trail connects the appalachian trail with the brandywine trail. The trail runs for nearly 80 miles through a diverse and vital. Jun 19, 2018 the development of these paddling routes expands the statewide network of water trails to almost 800 miles, and adds to the number and variety of water trail guides for southern maryland, maryland natural resources program director lisa gutierrez said. For more information, please call 3016276074 tty 3016992544, visit the water trail website, or view a water trail map pdf.
For additional civil war trails information, visit. The starspangled banner national historic trail is a 560mile land and water route that tells the s. The new map will assist boaters, canoers, kayakers and paddlers in calvert county. So grab your kayak, canoe or paddle boat and begin your adventure. Nowhere in the capital region are attractions so easily accessible and physically connected by a bikeable and walkable scenic greenway. This map was funded by a recreational trails grant from the maryland.
Project coordination, mapping and design for this publication was provided by the boating services unit of the maryland. We support leave no trace principles, work on local trails and on the nations first national scenic trail, the appalachian trail. For more detailed travel informa tion, stop by any maryland welcome center, local visitor center or contact any of the organizations listed in this guide. Download a pdf of the paddling guide dorchester county tourism. Black hill regional park is a 0acre, lakeoriented park that features the mostly hardsurface 4. Flat rock trail system pdf rocky knob trail pdf crosscountry ski trails. These are the far north, south, east, and west coordinates of frederick county, maryland, comprising a rectangle that encapsulates it. Use the interactive map below to explore the trail, find shelters, locate parking and more. Water trails for the washington water trails association. If you are a rider from the dc metro area or from around the world, you will have a great time on the trails.
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