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SaveSilver Spring trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking.
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- Mountain Bike
7 trails
- Gravel Bike
3 trails
- Adaptive Bike
1 trails
- Hike
7 trails
- Trail Running
7 trails
Region Details
- 1
- 6
Region Status
Caution as of Dec 13, 2025Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 7
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 7
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 3
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 7
- Trails Trail Running
- 7
- Total Distance
- 9 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 6 miles
- Total Descent
- 541 ft
- Total Vertical
- 336 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 350 ft
- Reports
- 21
- Photos
- 1
- Completed Counter
- 262
Popular Silver Spring Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 755 ft • 0 ft • 22 •
Popular green difficulty doubletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 2.0 • 2,490 ft • 76 ft • 7 •
Watch out for hikers
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 1,873 ft • 36 ft • 1 •
Recently machine built natural surface trail in Hillandale Local Park
Silver Spring Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.0 • 15 miles • 930 ft • 10 • Loop •
A quick tour of Northwest Branch stream valley and Wheaton Regional Park. Route is described in the best...
Photos of Silver Spring Mountain Bike
Videos of Silver Spring Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Crescent Trail | Jan 2, 2025 @ 1:28pm Jan 2, 2025 | Dry | BikeEveryDay66 | ||
| Lockridge Connector | Oct 25, 2024 @ 7:22am Oct 25, 2024 | Ideal | chrisbetti | ||
| Paint Branch (MLK Park to Old Columbia Bridge) | Oct 13, 2024 @ 10:44am Oct 13, 2024 | Ideal | wamdog | ||
| Lamberton Connector | Jul 4, 2024 @ 2:40am Jul 4, 2024 | Very Dry | wamdog |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCRushIn | ridden | trail | activity #103061584 | Sep 4, 2026 @ 6:40pm Sep 4, 2026 |
| DCRushIn | wishlist | trail | activity #103061583 | Sep 4, 2026 @ 6:40pm Sep 4, 2026 |
| JayEfV | wishlist | trail | activity #93233056 | Apr 23, 2026 @ 12:29pm Apr 23, 2026 |
| jnguy19 | ridden | trail | activity #92346736 | Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:15pm Apr 10, 2026 |
| trailforks | add | video | activity #86812868 | Jan 7, 2026 @ 1:02pm Jan 7, 2026 |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 7 | 9 miles | 541 ft | 6 miles | 335 ft | #11,407 | #57 | 1 | 21 | 1 | 2,435 | |
| E-Bike | 1 | 7 miles | 318 ft | 5 miles | 302 ft | 21 | 55 | |||||
| Gravel Bike | 3 | 8 miles | 387 ft | 5 miles | 302 ft | #3,309 | #15 | 1 | 14 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 7 miles | 318 ft | 5 miles | 302 ft | #6,240 | #22 | 3 | ||||
| Hike | 7 | 9 miles | 541 ft | 6 miles | 335 ft | #12,898 | #68 | 21 | 30 | |||
| Trail Running | 7 | 9 miles | 541 ft | 6 miles | 335 ft | #12,392 | #63 | 21 | 42 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Silver Spring?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Silver Spring are:
- Lamberton Connector (3.7/5)
- Paint Branch (MLK Park to Old Columbia Bridge) (3.7/5)
- Lockridge Connector (0/5)
- Kemp Mill Pool Connector (0/5)
- Yeatman Connector (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Silver Spring?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Silver Spring are:
- April (16 activities)
- May (10 activities)
- October (9 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Silver Spring?
Check the Silver Spring trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Silver Spring?
The longest trail in Silver Spring is Paint Branch (MLK Park to Old Columbia Bridge) at 2,490 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Silver Spring?
The best hiking trails in Silver Spring are:
- Lamberton Connector
- Kemp Mill Pool Connector
- Yeatman Connector
- Hillandale Loop Trail
- Lockridge Connector
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Silver Spring?
The best trail running trails in Silver Spring are:
- Lockridge Connector
- Kemp Mill Pool Connector
- Yeatman Connector
- Hillandale Loop Trail
- Lamberton Connector
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How many trails are in Silver Spring?
Silver Spring has a total of 7 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Silver Spring to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Silver Spring?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Silver Spring is Paint Branch (MLK Park to Old Columbia Bridge) with 76 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Silver Spring?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Silver Spring is Kemp Mill Pool Connector with 53 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Silver Spring?
Silver Spring supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Silver Spring?
The following bike services are available in Silver Spring:
- Bike Shop (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Silver Spring?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Silver Spring is Paint Branch (MLK Park to Old Columbia Bridge) with an average grade of 1.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Silver Spring?
The overall region status for Silver Spring is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 4 trails:
- Clear / Green: 3
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Silver Spring?
There are 1 trails in Silver Spring that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Silver Spring?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Silver Spring are: View all mountain biking routes in Silver Spring.
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What type of bike is most common in Silver Spring?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Silver Spring are:
- Trials (1 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Silver Spring?
The most popular Strava segments in Silver Spring are:
- CCT N Palisades sprint (51,217 athletes)
- CCT Dirty Grinder Revised (45,463 athletes)
- Cap Crescent sign to Fletcher's Cove (45,010 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Silver Spring?
Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Silver Spring. View all adaptive trails in Silver Spring for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Silver Spring?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Silver Spring directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Silver Spring?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Silver Spring are:
- Paint Branch (MLK Park to Old Columbia Bridge)
- Lamberton Connector
- Lockridge Connector
- Kemp Mill Pool Connector
- Yeatman Connector
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Silver Spring?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Silver Spring are:
- Paint Branch (MLK Park to Old Columbia Bridge) (2/5)
- Lamberton Connector (3/5)
- Lockridge Connector (0/5)
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