Near Caledon West Side to the Marsh
Eagle nest in the trees to the left, eagles were gliding due to the stiff breeze off of the river.
Near Caledon West Side to the Marsh
Wildflowers on the trail
Near Caledon West Side to the Marsh
Wildflowers on the trail
Near Caledon West Side to the Marsh
Caledon Marsh off the Rookery Trail
Near Caledon West Side to the Marsh
Heading to the Potomac RIver overlook from the Caledon Marsh Trail

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Caledon West Side to the Marsh

5.0 (1 Rating)
Little bit of everything, wide to narrow paths, beautiful views from the overlooks, lots of wildlife.
6.5
mi
Distance
502
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/CreekViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.46mi
Distance
502ft
Elevation Gain
502ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
167ft
High Point
2ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Started from the Nature Playground parking lot on the Fern Hollow Trail connected to the Poplar Grove Trail connected to the Laural Glen Trail connecting to the Benchmark Trail connecting to the Belmont Trail connecting to the Caledon Marsh Trail to an overlook on the Potomac River. Went back down Caledon Marsh Trail to the Rookery Trail for an additional viewpoint of a marsh area and access to the Potomac River. Moving back at up the Rookery Trail to the Caledon Marsh Trail move along until connecting with the Belmont Trail connecting to the Potomac Heritage Trail ending at the parking lot next to the Nature Playground parking lot. Some roots on Fern Hollow, Poplar Grove Laural Glen and Benchmark Trail's, overall an easy portion some minor ups and down. Moving back up the Belmont on the return there was a swap area containing smaller winding paths and elevation gains. After passing the swamp the elevation begins to kick in leading to the Potomac Heritage Trail. This was meant to be stroll and we took our time enjoying the nature in front of us.

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