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| Location | Susquehanna State Park, three miles north of Havre de Grace, 410-557-7994 |
| Access | Start at Fisherman's Park at the Conowingo Dam. From Route 1 north turn right on Shuresville Road and left on Shures Landing Road. Or start at the Deer Creek picnic area off Stafford Road in Susquehanna State Park. To reach Stafford Road, from I-95 drive north on 155. Turn right on Lapidum Road and left on Stafford Road. |
| Distance | 2.3 miles |
| Time | 1 hour |
| Trail | Stonedust surface Double-track Flat terrain ADA accessible |
| Skill | Beginner |
| Suitable For Families? | Yes |
| Hazards/Restrictions | No motorized vehicles permitted. Bike helmets required for ages under 16 and recommended for everyone. |
| Potable Water | Carry in your own water. |
| Natural Features | Gulls, shorebirds and numerous raptors (birds of prey) nest and feed near Conowingo Dam. The Greenway Trail is known for its abundance of spring wildflowers. |
| Historic/Cultural Features | Trail passes the site of the early Stafford flint furnace. A portion of the furnace is still standing. |
| Guiding | None |
| Camping | Camping available at Susquehanna State Park from May through September. Mini-cabins are also available. Call 1-888-432-2267 for reservations. |
| Other Points of Interest | Perryville: outlet stores; Havre de Grace: waterfront promenade, antique/gift shops, restaurants and museums, including Concord Point Lighthouse, Canal Museum, Decoy Museum; Aberdeen: Aberdeen Proving Ground Ordnance Museum, Cal Ripken Museum; Port Deposit, an historic river town, offers restaurants and shops. Nearby Darlington is a quaint rural town with antique shops. |
| Other Accommodations | Bed and breakfasts in Havre de Grace and Darlington; Motel in PerryvilleNone |
| Service Charges or Permits | Camping charge is $15 per night, plus a reservation fee. |
| Description | An 8' wide double track trail with a stonedust base provides a beginner ride on level terrain on the floodplain of the Susquehanna River. Interpretive signs along the trail provide descriptions of the flora and fauna. |
ResourcesRecommended Gear and Safety Tips
- Susquehanna State Park Trail Map
- Susquehanna State Park homepage
- Bike helmets required for riders under 16, and recommended for all riders
- Leave a trip plan with a family member
- Tire repair kit or tube
- Bike pump
- Bring water, snacks, insect repellant and sunscreen
- Check for ticks upon returning
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