In Pennsylvania, YCH offers amenities every few miles. There is also an operational parallel railway next to the trail which is used as a hobby/tourist attraction between York and New Freedom. The Northern Central Railroad (NCR) and York County Heritage (YCH) combine to form a fantastic trail. Despite its proximity to Baltimore, this 41-mile trail follows almost all of the rural terrain (with much along the Gunpowder Falls River). The surface consists of fine gravel and is generally in good condition. The trail is also well shaded, so it is beautiful even on the hottest summer days. The NCR is quite rural, so be sure to bring enough food and drink. In Maryland, the only stop for real food is at a small general store in Monkton (about mile 8). Here is also the trail visitor centre. There are picnic tables every mile. The Torrey v.
The Brown Trail, formerly known as the Northern Central Railroad Trail (NCRT), stretches 20 miles and stretches from Ashland Road in the Hunt Valley to the state border. The trail is 10 feet wide with a surface of stone dust. The most popular activities along the way are hiking, jogging, cycling and horse riding. The trail also provides access to fishing. Trail users should note that the south end of the trail is very busy on weekends. Parking lots in Monkton South are often occupied. The trail is less congested and parking is more available at the north end during rush hour. The Northern Central Railroad Trail (NCR Trail), recently renamed Torrey C. Brown Trail, is a converted railroad that stretches north of Ashland for 20 miles to the Pennsylvania State Line.
The trail is about 10 feet wide and is a surface of stone dust. The NCR Trail begins in the small community of Ashland, Maryland. It continues north for 20 miles to the Mason-Dixon line. Here he entered Pennsylvania and became the YCH. The trail then heads north 21 miles to York, Pennsylvania. (This includes the newly opened 10-mile section between York and Hanover Junction.) The Northern Central Railroad Trail, officially known as the Torrey C. Brown Trail, stretches nearly 20 miles in Maryland and stretches from Ashland Road in the Hunt Valley to the Mason-Dixon Line. The trail is 10 feet wide with a surface of stone dust; It features clear and precise mile markings along the entire length. The most popular activities along the way are hiking, running, biking and horse riding. The trail also provides access to fishing and tubing along the gunpowder.
The trail is easily accessible from I-83. The southern starting point begins in a small neighborhood called Ashland, which is just off York Road in Cockeysville, Maryland. Parking here tends to be tight, so most people park along Paper Mill Road, about half a mile north of the departure. Parking is also available at several other locations along the way. Paper Mill: Take York Road (Route 45) to Cockeysville (exit 18 of I-83). Turn right (east) onto Ashland Road. Keep left onto Paper Mill Road. Walk less than 1/2 mile. Look for secure parking along the shoulder of the street near the pathway. The Torrey v. Brown Rail Trail follows 19.7 miles of the former Northern Central Railway (NCR) into northern Baltimore County — from Ashland, Maryland north of the Maryland-Pennsylvania line, passing through historic communities such as Ashland, Phoenix, Monkton, White Hall, Bentley Springs and Freeland.
Walkers, joggers, cyclists, horse riders and pets on a leash are welcome. The Maryland Park Service does not rent horses and provides the trails for recreational purposes only. The Torrey C. Brown Trail is accessible by the ADA. For more accessible amenities in Maryland State Parks, visit the Accessibility for All section of this website. The southern 10 miles are quite flat. Once you approach Parkton, the trail begins a fairly good climb to New Freedom, the highest point on the trail. (However, this 2-3% slope is nothing compared to the surrounding hilly terrain). From New Freedom, the trail begins continuously to the northern terminus. Here are the main parking lots along the Maryland portion of the trail, though there are plenty of other small lots (including Snails` favorite property at Mile 0.0, Ashland Rd): BRRC hosts a number of events on the NCR Trail, including annual races, including White Hall 15K, the NCR Half Marathon, and the NCR Trail Marathon. Plus, the trail is popular among our members for all kinds of training efforts. The information about the park is below: The NCR continues another 20 miles to Pennsylvania as the York County Heritage Trail and ends in the town of York, PA.
The surface changes somewhat in Pennsylvania. The rails are still there and the path sometimes passes from one side of the tracks to the other. The Pennsylvania trail includes a cool tunnel and the historic Hanover Junction. Bentley Springs: Take York Road north of Parkton (exit 33 off I-83). Turn left (northwest) onto Kaufman Road. Follow Kaufman Road for less than 1 mile and turn left (west) onto Bentley Road and drive to the car park. Head office8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday (closed on weekends and holidays). Freeland: Take York Road north almost to the Pennsylvania Line (exit 36 on I-83). Then turn left (west) onto Freeland Road. Follow 2 miles to the parking lot.
You can find more details in one of the detailed sections of the map. Parkton: Take York Road to Parkton (exit 31 off I-83). Turn left (west) onto Frederick Road and park at 18858 Frederick Road. Sparks: Take York Road north of Shawan Road to Sparks (exit 20 off I-83). Turn right (east) onto Sparks Road. Walk less than 1 mile to the parking lot. This place is home to the Sparks Band Nature Center. White Hall: Take York Road north of Hereford (exit 31 off I-83). Turn right (east) onto Weisburg Road. Follow Weisburg Road for 2 miles. The car park is located on Weisburg and White Hall Road.
This is where White Hall 15K begins and ends. Phoenix: Take York Road north of Shawan Road in Hunt Valley (exit 20 off I-83). Turn right (east) onto Phoenix Road. Travel 1.7 miles and look for a parking space. Parking (information provided by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources) Attention tubers: Many sections of upper gunpowder accessible from state park property run through private property. Please pay attention to our neighbors and stay in the river until you reach a road junction. Do your part to keep the river clean and comfortable for tubers and neighbors by not throwing trash or entering private property. Remember, don`t leave a trace! Monkton:* Take York Road to Hereford (exit 27 off I-83). Turn right (east) onto Monkton Road. Follow for 3 miles and look for parking and park office (open on weekends).
This place has toilets, water, telephone, and picnic tables. A supermarket is also open on weekends. Parking at this location is very limited. Gunpowder Falls State ParkPO Box 4802813 Jerusalem RoadKingsville, MD 21087.