Description: 5 mile (one-way) trail connecting Swallow Falls and Herrington Manor State Parks through Garrett State Forest.  Much of this trail is on old logging roads and a historic railroad bed. The trail is fairly level, but some long hills test your endurance. 

Use: Hiking XC Skiing, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, Snowmobiling (Permit Required)
Difficulty: Easy – Moderate
Directions: Northern trailhead is at Swallow Falls State Park.  Southern trailhead and parking can be accessed along Herrington Manor Road, in the dip approximately .5 miles north of Herrington Manor State Park entrance.

Directions to northern trailhead on Google Maps
Directions to southern trailhead on Google Maps
Resources:

• Maryland DNR Herrington Manor State Park Homepage

• Maryland DNR Trails Atlas – Herrington Area Trails
• Maryland DNR – Swallow Falls State Park Homepage