Are dogs allowed on Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section?

No, Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section 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 Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section?

Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section is rated easy. It is 14.5 miles long with 1,880 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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Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section route map

EasyOut and Back

Maryland

Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section

Montgomery Village, Maryland

14.5 mi

Distance

1,880 ft

Elev. Gain

5h 14m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Great Seneca Creek Trail is in Montgomery County, MD. It is a trail that goes from the Potomac River to the Damascus Regional Park. The trail is in close proximity to several roads that have areas to park. There are parking locations on the map. You can tailor the distance of the hike using these crossroads. If you have two cars, you can choose an out-and-back hike or a point-to-point hike. It goes from the Watkins Mill Road crossing to the end of the existing Seneca Greenway Trail and onto the Magruder Stream Valley extension trail.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:106 ft

Max:201 ft

573 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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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.