Gunpowder Falls State Park · MD
Lost Pond Trail
Mostly flat trail following the Big Gunpowder Falls in the Hereford Area, linking with the Sawmill Trail for a popular loop from the Masemore steel bridge. Level riverside walking with a short wooded climb.
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Conditions
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Hiking
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Trail running
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Dog walking
Thunderstorms in today's forecast — dogs panic and trails become dangerous.
Score breakdown
- · 84°F air — Within comfort range, outside ideal
- − 16 mph wind — Gusty — bring a windbreaker
- − Thunderstorms — Get off exposed ridges before they arrive
- ✓ Trail: prime — 0.15" of rain in the last 48 hours. Trail surface is dry and tacky — prime traction.
- − 78 min of daylight — You need at least 102 min with margin. Bring a headlamp or start tomorrow.
Trail facts
- Distance
- 2.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 185 ft
- Difficulty
- easy
Trailhead
Coordinates
39.4201, -76.4209 — MD.
Park
Part of Gunpowder Falls State Park (official site →).
Peak nymphal tick activity — check yourself within 2 hours of leaving the trail.
Nearby Trails
Frequently Asked
How long is Lost Pond Trail?
Lost Pond Trail is a 2.2-mile route with 185 feet of elevation gain — easy — gentle grades, generally suitable for families and beginners with normal fitness. The trail facts panel on this page lists distance, surface, and access tags as they appear in OpenStreetMap.
Who manages Lost Pond Trail, and where do closure alerts come from?
Lost Pond Trail is in Gunpowder Falls State Park, which is managed by the managing agency. Closure and advisory data on this page comes from the agency. Always confirm against the park's own page before driving — emergency closures can post faster than scrapers refresh.