Gwynns Falls Trail, Baltimore

Name: Gwynns Falls Trail
Address: Baltimore, United States

#17 among attractions in Baltimore

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The Gwynns Falls Trail is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts nestled within the urban landscape of Baltimore, United States. This scenic hiking trail offers a peaceful retreat from city life, stretching for approximately 15 miles through various parks and neighborhoods. It is a vital part of the city's green infrastructure, connecting over 30 neighborhoods and providing a unique way to explore the natural and historical aspects of Baltimore.

The trail traverses the Gwynns Falls stream valley and is named after the Gwynns Falls, a major stream in Baltimore that eventually flows into the Chesapeake Bay. Hikers, cyclists, and runners can enjoy the trail's diverse ecosystems, which include urban woodlands, stream environments, wetlands, meadows, and more. It serves not only as a recreational space but also as an outdoor classroom, highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship and conservation efforts within an urban setting.

One of the trail's significant features is its historical markers and points of interest, including the historic Crimea Estate, the Leon Day Park, and the Carrie Murray Nature Center. These landmarks offer a glimpse into Baltimore's rich cultural and industrial heritage, making the trail a journey through time as well as nature.

The Gwynns Falls Trail is maintained through the collective efforts of the city of Baltimore, local organizations, and community volunteers, ensuring it remains a safe and enjoyable space for all visitors. It is accessible year-round, providing a serene escape where one can appreciate the changing seasons and the diverse wildlife that call this green corridor home.

Length: 15 miSeason: All yearCoordinates: 39°16'49"N, 76°39'38"W

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Southwestern Baltimore (Mill Hill)Baltimore United States

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Gwynns Falls Trail – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mount Clare, Carroll Park, Loudon Park Cemetery, Hollins Market.

0.9 miE
Museum, History museum, Georgian architecture
Mount Clare, Baltimore
25 min walk • Mount Clare, also known as Mount Clare Mansion and generally known today as the Mount Clare Museum House, is the oldest Colonial-era structure in the City of Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.A. The Georgian style of architecture plantation house exhibits a somewhat altered five-part plan.
1 miE
Park, Field, View point
Carroll Park, Baltimore
27 min walk • Carroll Park is a nearly 117-acre public park located in the historic Washington Village-Pigtown neighborhood in southwestern Baltimore, Maryland.
1.2 miW
H. L. Mencken, Cemetery
Loudon Park Cemetery, Baltimore
32 min walk • Loudon Park Cemetery is a historic cemetery in Baltimore, Maryland. It was incorporated on January 27, 1853, on 100 acres of the site of the "Loudon" estate, previously owned by James Carey, a local merchant and politician. The entrance to the cemetery is located at 3620 Wilkens Avenue.
1.2 miNE
Shopping, Market
Hollins Market, Baltimore
30 min walk • Hollins Market is the name of the oldest existing public market building in the city of Baltimore, Maryland. It is a contributing property to the Union Square-Hollins Market Historic District.
~1470 ftW
Cemetery
Mount Olivet Cemetery, Baltimore
8 min walk • Mount Olivet Cemetery in western Baltimore, Maryland is a historic burial ground dating back into the middle 1800s, known as "The Resting Place of Methodist Bishops." Methodist Episcopal Church Bishops Francis Asbury, John Emory, Enoch George, and Beverly Waugh are all buried...
1.3 miNW
Cemetery
New Cathedral Cemetery, Baltimore
35 min walk • The New Cathedral Cemetery is a Roman Catholic cemetery, with 125 acres, located on the westside of Baltimore, Maryland, at 4300 Old Frederick Road.
0.5 miSE
Bridge
Carrollton Viaduct, Baltimore
12 min walk • The Carrollton Viaduct, located over the Gwynns Falls stream near Carroll Park in southwest Baltimore, Maryland, is the first stone masonry bridge built for railroad use in the United States for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, founded 1827, with construction beginning the following year and completed 1829.
0.8 miW
Cemetery
Loudon Park National Cemetery, Baltimore
20 min walk • Loudon Park National Cemetery is a United States National Cemetery located in the city of Baltimore, Maryland. Administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, it encompasses 5.2 acres, and as of the end of 2005, had 7,138 interments.
1.1 miNE
Museum
H. L. Mencken House, Baltimore
29 min walk • The H. L. Mencken House was the home of Baltimore Sun journalist and author Henry Louis Mencken, who lived here from 1883 until his death in 1956. The Italianate brick row house at 1524 Hollins Street in Baltimore was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1985.
1.1 miN
Colonial revival architecture, Romanesque revival architecture
Hebrew Orphan Asylum, Baltimore
29 min walk • The Hebrew Orphan Asylum is an historic institutional orphanage and former hospital building located in the Mosher neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
1.4 miNE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Luke's Church, Baltimore
36 min walk • St. Luke's Church, is a historic Episcopal church located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It is a Gothic Revival-style church that follows the dictates of the Ecclesiological Society reflecting English medieval building principles.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gwynns Falls Trail?

Nearby attractions include Gwynns Falls, Baltimore (4 min walk), Mount Olivet Cemetery, Baltimore (8 min walk), Carrollton Viaduct, Baltimore (12 min walk), Carrollton Ridge, Baltimore (17 min walk).

How to get to Gwynns Falls Trail by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gwynns Falls Trail:

Train

West Baltimore (26 min walk)

Bus

West Baltimore • Lines: 77, 78, Or, Pk (26 min walk)