How long is Ford Loop Trail?

Ford Loop Trail is about 1.6 miles long, or about 3.2 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.

How much elevation gain is on Ford Loop Trail?

About 140 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 228 and 315 feet above sea level.

How long does it take to hike Ford Loop Trail?

Plan on about 1 hr 20 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.

What can you do on Ford Loop Trail?

Ford Loop Trail is open to hiking, according to OpenStreetMap contributors.

Where does Ford Loop Trail start?

One end of the mapped trail is at 39.36171, -77.40194. Use the Directions button to get there.

Ford Loop Trail

Trail network near Ballenger Creek, Maryland

Hiking

Length1.6 mi3.2 mi out and back

Climb140 ftround trip

Hike time1 hr 20 minround trip

DifficultyEasyestimated

DogsUnknowntell us below

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Trail start coordinates: 39.36171, -77.40194

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Trail facts

Open to: Hiking
Shape: Trail network
Elevation: 228 to 315 ft
Surface: Ground
County: Frederick County, Maryland

Can I bring my dog?

We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check signs at the trailhead or the land manager's website.

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Camping nearby

Bald Eagle Island Hiker-Biker Campsite 9.3 mi away · Directions
Rohrbach Group Campground 20 mi away · Directions · Reserve
Calico Rocks Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite 9.5 mi away · Directions

Federal campgrounds from Recreation.gov. Check dates and fees before you go.

Nearby trails

Brooks Hill Loop 1.3 mi long
Thomas Farm Loop Trail 2.1 mi long
Ballenger Creek Trail 3.3 mi long
Middle Ford Ferry Tavern Loop 0.4 mi long
High Water Trail 0.5 mi long
Worthington-McKinney Ford Loop 1.6 mi long

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Common questions

How long is Ford Loop Trail?: Ford Loop Trail is about 1.6 miles long, or about 3.2 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.
How much elevation gain is on Ford Loop Trail?: About 140 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 228 and 315 feet above sea level.
How long does it take to hike Ford Loop Trail?: Plan on about 1 hr 20 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.
Are dogs allowed on Ford Loop Trail?: We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check signs at the trailhead or the land manager's website.
What can you do on Ford Loop Trail?: Ford Loop Trail is open to hiking, according to OpenStreetMap contributors.
Where does Ford Loop Trail start?: One end of the mapped trail is at 39.36171, -77.40194. Use the Directions button to get there.

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (view or fix on OpenStreetMap). Elevation from USGS data via AWS Terrain Tiles. Times are estimates. Length and route come from mapped data and may differ from signs on the ground. Always check for closures before you go.

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