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Park in the lot and head out either direction on this short loop trail. Trail can get crowded, so be prepared to share the space. 

Park in the Cylburn Arboretum lot to access the trail. Dogs are welcome on leash. Trail is accessible year round. 

Park on Falls Road to access the trailhead. It is accessible year round and dog-friendly. Some parts of the trail may be inaccessible due to logging. 

Park in the lot off of River Road to access the Avalon Loop Trail. Trail is open from June-November and is dog friendly. The whole loop is about 20 miles but you can make it an out-and-back if you're looking for a shorter hike.  

Park on S. Hilltop Road to access the trailhead. Some sections of the trail can be sleep and slippery so be sure to bring adequate footwear. 

This family-friendly hike in Patapsco Valley State Park takes you to your first waterfall sighting within only the first 1000 ft of the trail. As you continue on, you can do some creek walking and wading in the shallow pools of water. When you reach a rock staircase, you can either turn back or continue on for a 2.1 mile hike through the woods. Back at the parking lot, top off with a swim in th...