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Hiking Near Elkton, Maryland

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Cattail Pond

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Cattail Pond

Birding
moderate
0.72 mi
+72 ft
Tri-State Marker Trail

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Tri-State Marker Trail

moderate
3.26 mi
+213 ft
Whitely Farm Loop

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Whitely Farm Loop

Birding
moderate
4.13 mi
+245 ft
Peacedale Preserve

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Peacedale Preserve

Birding
moderate
2.74 mi
+236 ft
Triple Entente: Edwin Leid Trail to PennDel Trail to Vaughn's Trail

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Triple Entente: Edwin Leid Trail to PennDel Trail to Vaughn's Trail

Fishing
moderate
4.01 mi
+413 ft
Landenberg Lasso

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Landenberg Lasso

Less Crowded
moderate
3.31 mi
+165 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Swamp Forest Trail (Lums Pond)

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Swamp Forest Trail (Lums Pond)

Birding
easy
6.54 mi
+105 ft
Deer Creek Trail to Susquehanna Ridge Trail Loop

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Deer Creek Trail to Susquehanna Ridge Trail Loop

River/Creek
moderate
5.14 mi
+677 ft
New Castle County Loop

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New Castle County Loop

Birding
moderate
9.24 mi
+854 ft
Mason Dixon Trail: Lock 12 Shuttle

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Mason Dixon Trail: Lock 12 Shuttle

Fall Colors
strenuous
9.99 mi
+1,885 ft
Tyler Arboretum Loop

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Tyler Arboretum Loop

Birding
moderate
5.02 mi
+539 ft
Ridley Creek SP: Yellow-White-Yellow Loop

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Ridley Creek SP: Yellow-White-Yellow Loop

Birding
moderate
5.4 mi
+727 ft