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SaveAnnapolis is a 2026 IMBA Trail Town — one of the first communities in the country to earn the designation — with 39 miles of volunteer-built natural surface singletrack across two trail systems: Annapolis Waterworks and Bacon Ridge.
Bacon Ridge is a rolling network of flowy singletrack on 900+ acres of Anne Arundel County parkland in Crownsville. Trails accessed from the Hawkins Road trailhead (1822 Hawkins Rd) are smoother and more beginner-friendly, with difficulty stepping up as you move north through the system. A third trailhead at 1350 Bacon Ridge Road provides central access. Expect roots, tight radius turns, and plenty of out-sloped contour trail. No rock to speak of.
The Bacon Ridge Bike Park at the northern entrance (1214 Severn Chapel Rd) is a 3-line skills zone with progressive jumps and features that connect directly into the larger trail network. Whether you're learning to get air for the first time or sessioning laps, the Bike Park is worth a stop on its own or as part of a bigger ride.
Annapolis Waterworks is built on City of Annapolis land and features diverse terrain including pine groves, mountain laurel, and a trail that runs along the fence of one of the largest landfill solar projects in the country. The southern trailhead on Housley Road is the most accessible starting point. The northern trailhead on Honeysuckle Lane is about 1.5 miles by road from Bacon Ridge's Hawkins Road lot, making it easy to combine both systems into a 30+ mile day. Hillier than Bacon Ridge, with some legit climbs and fast descents.
The Annapolis Flow Trails, accessed from the Waterworks trail system, add jump lines and features for riders looking for more airtime. The Helios Advanced Jump Line is a directional double-black with gap jumps, step ups/downs, chutes, and hips — one of the more aggressive purpose-built features in the region. There's also a skills trail for riders working their way up to the bigger stuff.
Both trail systems are multi-use and open to hikers, mountain bikers, and dogs on leash. All trails are built and maintained by volunteers from Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (MORE). Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park, a new county park between the two existing systems, is in development and will eventually connect Waterworks and Bacon Ridge into one continuous network.
After your ride, head into town. Annapolis has a growing brewery scene worth checking out. Forward Brewing in Eastport is a neighborhood nano-brewery with a rotating tap list, a full food menu, and a dog-friendly patio — a solid post-ride stop about 15 minutes from either trailhead. RAR Brewing's Chessie's Wharf in West Annapolis has 38 taps pouring out of their Cambridge, MD brewery, plus burgers and bar food. Both are easy detours on the way home and a good reason to make a day of it.
For current Waterworks trail conditions, visit waterworkstrail.com. Support the trails by joining MORE at more-mtb.org.
Bacon Ridge is a rolling network of flowy singletrack on 900+ acres of Anne Arundel County parkland in Crownsville. Trails accessed from the Hawkins Road trailhead (1822 Hawkins Rd) are smoother and more beginner-friendly, with difficulty stepping up as you move north through the system. A third trailhead at 1350 Bacon Ridge Road provides central access. Expect roots, tight radius turns, and plenty of out-sloped contour trail. No rock to speak of.
The Bacon Ridge Bike Park at the northern entrance (1214 Severn Chapel Rd) is a 3-line skills zone with progressive jumps and features that connect directly into the larger trail network. Whether you're learning to get air for the first time or sessioning laps, the Bike Park is worth a stop on its own or as part of a bigger ride.
Annapolis Waterworks is built on City of Annapolis land and features diverse terrain including pine groves, mountain laurel, and a trail that runs along the fence of one of the largest landfill solar projects in the country. The southern trailhead on Housley Road is the most accessible starting point. The northern trailhead on Honeysuckle Lane is about 1.5 miles by road from Bacon Ridge's Hawkins Road lot, making it easy to combine both systems into a 30+ mile day. Hillier than Bacon Ridge, with some legit climbs and fast descents.
The Annapolis Flow Trails, accessed from the Waterworks trail system, add jump lines and features for riders looking for more airtime. The Helios Advanced Jump Line is a directional double-black with gap jumps, step ups/downs, chutes, and hips — one of the more aggressive purpose-built features in the region. There's also a skills trail for riders working their way up to the bigger stuff.
Both trail systems are multi-use and open to hikers, mountain bikers, and dogs on leash. All trails are built and maintained by volunteers from Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (MORE). Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park, a new county park between the two existing systems, is in development and will eventually connect Waterworks and Bacon Ridge into one continuous network.
After your ride, head into town. Annapolis has a growing brewery scene worth checking out. Forward Brewing in Eastport is a neighborhood nano-brewery with a rotating tap list, a full food menu, and a dog-friendly patio — a solid post-ride stop about 15 minutes from either trailhead. RAR Brewing's Chessie's Wharf in West Annapolis has 38 taps pouring out of their Cambridge, MD brewery, plus burgers and bar food. Both are easy detours on the way home and a good reason to make a day of it.
For current Waterworks trail conditions, visit waterworkstrail.com. Support the trails by joining MORE at more-mtb.org.
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- Mountain Bike
76 trails
- Adaptive Bike
16 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
21 trails
- Hike
73 trails
- Trail Running
73 trails
Region Details
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- 26
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Region Status
Caution as of Aug 2, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 77
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 76
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 25
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 16
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 21
- Trails Hike
- 73
- Trails Trail Running
- 73
- Total Distance
- 34 miles
- Total Descent
- 3,079 ft
- Total Vertical
- 148 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 150 ft
- Reports
- 633
- Photos
- 184
- Completed Counter
- 11,293
Sub Regions
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Annapolis Waterworks
- 1
- 6
- 14
- 7
- 2
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Broad Creek Park
- 1
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Generals Highway Corridor Park
- 1
- 2
- 3
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Quiet Waters Park
- 4
- 2
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Quiet Waters Park
- 2
- 9
- 7
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Truxton Park
- 1
- 1
Popular Annapolis Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 3,763 ft • 86 ft • 587 •
Unique connector trail that connects the Housley Loop to the Defense Highway Parking Lot and Solar Park Loop. Progressive benched design.
• 85 ★ 4.2 • 4,108 ft • 113 ft • 546 •
This is the upper side of the Solar Park Loop, which follows the fence of the largest solar project located on a landfill in the United States. Offers dramatic views of the topography below and a much easier experience than the lower line.
• 80 ★ 4.2 • 2 miles • 137 ft • 453 •
This is the innermost loop in the Annapolis Waterworks Trail. Similar to Bacon Ridge. Flowy contour trail that traverses some unique pine groves.
• 100 ★ 3.8 • 1,214 ft • 11 ft • 435 •
Short loop through mountain laurel groves.
• 75 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 150 ft • 404 •
This is the most accessible loop in the Annapolis Waterworks Trail and provides public access and parking from Housley Road. Fast and flowy single track.
• 85 ★ 3.5 • 2 miles • 215 ft • 379 •
The most direct route from the Silopanna Loop to Honeysuckle Lane and the Bacon Ridge southern trailhead. Also provides access to three distinct loops off main trail. Hilly terrain with some awesome downhills and challenging climbs....
• 90 ★ 2.9 • 817 ft • 38 ft • 376 •
Small off camber loop, no features.
• 90 ★ 3.9 • 2,621 ft • 83 ft • 375 •
Largest Honeysuckle Loop with a fun downhill.
Annapolis Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 43 miles • 2,180 ft • 21 •
Fun adventure route that combines dirt trails on west side of Severn River (Waterworks, Bacon Ridge,...
★ 3.5 • 30 miles • 2,644 ft • 23 • Loop •
This route combines all of Bacon Ridge and Waterworks into one epic ride consisting mostly of singletrack,...
★ 3.5 • 11 miles • 1,725 ft • 13 • Loop •
Out and back loop of all of the trails and side loops at Annapolis Waterworks
13 miles • 1,365 ft • 12 •
Route that hits all of the best trails at Waterworks in the best directions. Start at dam parking lot...
40 miles • 4,464 ft • 57 •
This is a draft of the route for the AACo Epic in Summer 2026
Photos of Annapolis Mountain Bike
Videos of Annapolis Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gvogel110 | wishlist | trail | activity #102341315 | Aug 25, 2026 @ 6:27pm 3 days |
| Gvogel110 | wishlist | route | activity #102341296 | Aug 25, 2026 @ 6:27pm 3 days |
| Aj75 | ridden | region | activity #101471849 | Aug 14, 2026 @ 11:37am Aug 14, 2026 |
| andre21a1 | wishlist | route | activity #101215652 | Aug 10, 2026 @ 11:08pm Aug 10, 2026 |
| ultrarunnergirl | comment | trail | activity #100944284 | Aug 7, 2026 @ 10:39am Aug 7, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | So many roots in the beginning going clockwise... | Aug 7, 2026 @ 10:39am Aug 7, 2026 | ||
| trail | Possibly my favorite trail at WW. Definitely... | Jun 11, 2026 @ 12:31pm Jun 11, 2026 | ||
| trail | I liked it! Couldn't clean it, plenty of dabs... | Jun 11, 2026 @ 12:24pm Jun 11, 2026 | ||
| trail | jumps are fun, although difficult to see where... | May 17, 2026 @ 12:57pm May 17, 2026 | ||
| trail | very smooth and has some nice and huge... | May 17, 2026 @ 12:55pm May 17, 2026 |
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Epic Ride Climb 2k1 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge37 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge4 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k1 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge37 awarded
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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Annapolis VeloBike Shop
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Bike Doctor - AnnapolisBike Shop
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 76 | 33 miles | 3,068 ft | 12 miles | 148 ft | #1,775 | #660 | 184 | 633 | 9 | 11,639 | |
| Gravel Bike | 25 | 11 miles | 299 ft | 3 miles | 135 ft | #1,603 | #834 | 4 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 16 | 6 miles | 279 ft | 2 miles | 135 ft | #2,430 | #471 | 19 | 8 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 21 | 7 miles | 433 ft | 3 miles | 72 ft | #2,825 | #691 | 20 | ||||
| Hike | 73 | 33 miles | 2,894 ft | 12 miles | 148 ft | #5,405 | #1,898 | 632 | 830 | |||
| Trail Running | 73 | 33 miles | 2,894 ft | 12 miles | 148 ft | #5,076 | #1,595 | 632 | 1 | 425 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Annapolis
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What are the best places to ride in Annapolis?
Annapolis has 7 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Annapolis?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Annapolis are:
- Woodland Trail Loop (4.2/5)
- Solstice Valley Trail (4.2/5)
- Overlook Connector (4.2/5)
- Solar Park Loop (Low Line) (4.1/5)
- Overlook Trail (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Annapolis?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Annapolis are:
- June (89 activities)
- October (87 activities)
- September (79 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Annapolis?
There are 18 parking locations listed in Annapolis. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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