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TRAIL NEWS & EVENTS | BE READY TO HIKE

Welcome to MontgomeryTrails.org. This is where you can find information and maps for over 100 miles of park trails in Montgomery County, MD. Our trails are used for active and passive recreation, commuting and exploring. We encourage you to practice courtesy and common sense as you enjoy the trails.

Unless noted otherwise on the map, trails marked “Natural Surface” and “Hard Surface” are "Shared by All" trails which includes hikers, bikers and equestrians. Additional information about permitted uses of Park trails is available on our Trail User Information page.

Trail News & Events

TRAIL CHANGES AND CLOSURES | TRAIL PLANNING | EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO

Trail Changes and Closures
  • Rock Creek Trail - the Rock Creek Hiker/Biker trail at Lake Frank from Avery Road S. to the first pedestrian bridge is under construction until June 29th. The trail will remain open during construction. Please use caution when using this portion of the trail. Work is being done by Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) in an effort to strengthen sewer lines and prevent future problems. - posted 5-21-13
  • Sligo Creek Trail - Trail users should be aware of a MD State Highway Administration (SHA) bridge deck replacement project along New Hampshire Avenue (MD 650) over Sligo Creek starting in May 2013 through 2014. While the Sligo Creek Hiker/Biker Trail will be open during construction, Sligo Creek Parkway will be closed at New Hampshire Avenue, and no through traffic will be allowed. Detours will be in place for motorists. - posted 5-16-13
  • Magruder Branch Trail - Renovations of boardwalks and bridges on the Magruder Branch Trail in Damascus will begin May 13th amd are expected to last through May 24. The trail will be closed between Sweepstakes Road and Valley Park Road from 7am to 3pm - and it will be open after 3pm on the weekends. Visitors are urged to use caution near construction areas. For more information call 301-495-2595. - posted 5-9-13
  • Froggy Hollow trailhead, Little Bennett Regional Park Hoyles Mill Trail - NOW OPEN. The Hoyles Mill trail is open once again after repairs to a culvert pipe failure. This gravel section of road connects the northern end of the Hoyles Mill Trail to the Cabin Branch trail near the public boat ramp in Black Hill Recreational Park. - posted 3-27-13
  • Capital Crescent Trail
    Repairs and improvements to the Capital Crescent Trail's shoulder and stormwater management facilities will begin April 1, 2013 and will continue through mid-June. The trail will remain open during construction, but users are advised to use caution when passing through the construction areas. Project Information. - posted 3-26-13
  • Northwest Branch Trail - A stream restoration project has begun on the Northwest Branch Trail at Kemp Mill Road and Glenallen Road. The project, which is scheduled to continue until June 2013. - posted winter 2013
  • Little Bennett Regional Park Trails - There have been some significant new trail alignments in the eastern side of the park. You will want to bring a new map with you. - posted winter 2013
  • Reporting Storm Damage
    Severe storms throughout the year can cause damage in our parks and on trails. Trail users, please remember to use caution while on trail. To report downed trees or other maintenance issues in Parks, call 301-670-8080 or submit an online form through the Online Service Center. The most hazardous work requests will be addressed first. Residents may email Service.Center@MontgomeryParks.org to check the status of work requests. To report emergencies in parks, please call the M-NCPPC Police at 301-949-3010.
Trail Planning
Events and Things to Do
  • Underground Railroad Trail - FREE Guided hikes on Saturdays, April through November.
  • Wild Montgomery - Visit the wildlands of our county on your own or check out a wide variety of guided hikes and nature programs for all ages throughout the year.
  • Heart Smart Trails - Get back in action or jJump start your work on a HeartSmart trail.
  • Trail Volunteering - If you enjoy outdoors or would simply like to get involved in helping maintain a valuable community resource like trails, please consider joining our team.

Be Ready to Hike

Preventing Lyme Disease in Montgomery County
Spring and summer brings warm temperatures, just right for walking in the woods and other outdoor activities. Warm weather also means that ticks become active and this can lead to the transmission of Lyme disease.

County Executive Isiah Leggett joined Montgomery County health and parks officials, along with community residents, to launch a multi-pronged public education campaign about Lyme disease.  The number of cases of Lyme disease increased in Montgomery County, in part due to better reporting, and there were more than 300 new cases of Lyme disease reported in 2007.

Last update: May 21, 2013