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Summary: This hike goes around Little Bennett Regional Park by using the trails closest to the perimeter of the park. Starting from the parking area follow these trails in succession: Cross Clarksburg Road, L onto Stoney Brook Trail, R onto Hickory Hollow Trail, cross the road to the Nature Loop, Whitetail Trail, L onto Antler Ridge Trail, L onto Woodcock Trail, L onto Bennett Ridge Trail, R onto old roadbed, cross the creek, L onto Pine Grove Trail, R onto Timber Ridge Trail, R onto Tobacco Barn Trail, L onto Browining Run Trail, cross Clarksburg Road, R onto Purdom Trail, and R onto Kingsley Trail back to the parking area. There are many trails within this perimeter. Many combinations are possible. See http://www.mc-mncppc.org/trails/trails_maps/little_bennett.shtm. You would have to visit the park many times to see all the trails. The park is very popular with bird watchers. Bring your binoculars. Trailhead: From Interstate 270, exit onto state Route 121 North, Clarksburg Road. Continue straight across Rte 355 at the light. Proceed about 2 1/4 miles, cross Little Bennett Creek, and pull into the parking area on the right (Kingsley Road). (Lat:39.2658 Lon:-77.28026) Trail Guides for Little Bennett Regional Park Perimeter Hike: Country Walks Near Washington by Alan Fisher (Rambler Books) 50 Hikes in Maryland by Leonard M . Adkins (Backcountry Guides) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: M-NCPPC Park Manager (301) 972-6581 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Richard Denton, who has posted 14 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Maryland Hiking, Maryland Trails, Maryland Hikes, Montgomery County Hiking, Montgomery County Trails, Montgomery County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
