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| Location | Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway Trail in Susquehanna State Park, 3 miles north of Havre de Grace 410-557-7994 |
| Trail Access | Access from Deer Creek picnic area on Stafford Road. Take I-95 to 155 north to Lapidum Road. Turn left onto Stafford Road. |
| Distance | 3 miles round trip. (1.5 miles from Deer Creek picnic area to Rock Run Historic Area) |
| Time | 2-3 hours |
| Trail | Follow the red-blazed trail (designated as the red trail on the park brochure/trail map). Mostly single track; varied terrain; moderate to difficult hills. |
| Skill Level | Moderately difficult |
| Suitable For Families? | Yes (families with older children) |
| Hazards/Restrictions | Trails come close to ledges with steep drop-offs. |
| Potable Water | Carry in all water; primitive restroom facilities available at the picnic area. |
| Natural Features | Wooded ridges and valleys flank the wide Susquehanna River. Trails visit hardwood forests and rolling agricultural fields with opportunities to observe herds of white-tailed deer, wild turkeys and other wildlife. |
| Historic/Cultural Features | Trails cross the Rock Run Historic Area, which includes a working grist mill (1794), John Archer Mansion (1804), the Jersey Toll House, which collected tolls for the Tidewater Canal and a covered bridge over the Susquehanna River in the mid 1800's. The nearby Steppingstone Museum is a private museum featuring rural arts and crafts of the 1880-1920 period. Lapidum Landing, formerly known as Bell's Ferry, shipped local farm produce to Baltimore and major ports. |
| Guiding | None |
| Camping | Available at Susquehanna State Park, 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 the 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 Perryville. |
| Service Charges or Permits | Camping service charge is $20 per night in addition to a reservation fee. |
| Description | The single track trail is generally fast and dry, involves small creek crossings, varied terrain and hill climbing. The trail follows the ridge line above the Susquehanna River, providing stunning views. |
ResourcesRecommended Gear and Safety Tips
- Susquehanna State Park Trail Map available at park headquarters
- Susquehanna State Park homepage
- Small first aid kit
- Water and a snack
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Adequate footwear
- Compass
- Rainwear
- Check for ticks upon returning
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