Lake Frank and Meadowside Trails

Lake Frank and Meadowside Trails

This trail system has seven miles of natural surface hiking trails. Meadowside Nature Center is a popular destination featuring exhibits oriented toward interpreting the natural and cultural histories of the area. Outdoor attractions include a pioneer homestead, a covered bridge, mill ruins, and a raptor aviary.

Trail Details

Activities:: Hiking, biking, rollerblading
Location:: Rock Creek Regional Park. The main park entrance to the western side of the park is located south of Muncaster Mill Road at Meadowside Lane. The seven mile natural surface trail system features a shoreline trail at Lake Bernard Frank, trails to Sunfish Pond and Pioneer Study Pond as well as several miles of nature trails.
Trail length/surface:: Trail Length/Surface: Most of the seven miles of trails are natural surface, the only exception being a portion of the Lakeside Trail which is hard surface.
Trail characteristics:: Hiking only on natural surface trails. A portion of the Lakeside Trail is hard surface and biking is permitted here. Shoreline fishing and hiking are available at Lake Frank from sunrise to sunset
Drinking water:: Yes, at Meadowside Nature Center.
Restrooms:: Yes, at Meadowside Nature Center.
Access and parking:: Numerous parking lots and all offer access to the trails.

Last Updated: August 8, 2023

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Lake Frank and Meadowside Trails

Lake Frank and Meadowside Trails