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Summary: Seneca Creek State Park contains several marked, color-coded trails. Many combinations are possible so you can design your own hike. you can do loops, one-ways, or out-and-backs. Referring to the topo map numbering system, the trails are: 1. Lake Shore Trail, dark blue markings, 3.7 miles, loop 2. Longdraft Trail, white markings, 2.5 miles, point-to-point 3. Yellow Trail, yellow markings, 2 miles, point-to-point/loop. 4. Old Pond Trail, red markings, 0.5 miles, point-to-point/loop 5. Seneca Creek Greenway Trail, teal blue markings, 2.8 miles, point-to-point. elevation profile is for this trail. An orange-marked trail connects the Visitor Center Parking lot to this trail. More information on the park's trails, activities, facilities, and fees can be found at http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/seneca.html. Trailhead: Located in central Montgomery County, MD. Directions from south or east: Take I-270 North from the Capital Beltway. Take exit 10, Clopper Road (Rte 117 W). The park entrance is about 2 miles on the left. The entrance is clearly marked. Directions from north and west: Take I-270 South from Fredrick, MD. Take exit 15, Germantown Road (Rte 118 W). Travel 2 miles then take a left onto Clopper Road (Rte 117 E). Travel about 2.5 miles. Park entrance is on the right. Use the park map to select a parking spot and trailhead. (Lat:39.15079 Lon:-77.2473) Trail Guides for Trails of Seneca Creek State Park: Country Walks Near Washington by Alan Fisher (Rambler Books) Hikes in the Washington Region Part A Montgomery and Frederick in Maryland by Potomac Applachian Trail club (Potomac Applachian Trail Club) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Ranger Contact: Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service, 1-800-830-3974 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
