Are dogs allowed on Indian Head Rail Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Indian Head Rail Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Indian Head Rail Trail?

No, Indian Head Rail Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Indian Head Rail Trail?

Indian Head Rail Trail is rated easy. It is 12.9 miles long with 663 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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EasyPoint to Point

Maryland

Indian Head Rail Trail

Indian Head, Maryland

12.9 mi

Distance

663 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 25m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The trail through the Charles County's finest meadow, woods and swamps is beautifully maintained. There are lots of places to see wildlife and native birds. There are places to park along the trail.

From Wikipedia

The Indian Head Rail Trail is a 13.1-mile (21.1 km), shared-use rail trail that runs from Indian Head, Maryland, to White Plains, Maryland. It was built on the abandoned right-of-way of the old Cape Charles Railroad, a subsidiary of the New York, Philadelphia and Norfolk Railroad (NYP&N), which ran from 1910 to 1972. Planned phases would extend the trail all the way to Cape Charles.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1 ft

Max:71 ft

202 ft

181 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.