Fort Frederick to Host Wildflower Bike Tour in Maryland

   04.25.13

Fort Frederick to Host Wildflower Bike Tour in Maryland

Who: Open to the Public

When: Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m.

Where: C&O Bicycle Shop, 9 South Pennsylvania Ave, Hancock

Cost: Adults: $5; Children 6 to 12: $2; 5 and under: Free

Contact: 301-842-2155

Blooming spring wildflowers will brighten the journey as bikers learn about the flora and fauna along the scenic Western Maryland Rail Trail. The guided tour is taken at leisurely pace and will cover approximately 20 miles round-trip.

The tour is open to all ages and will be held rain or shine. Participants will meet at 10 a.m. at the C&O Bicycle Shop. The shop offers bike rentals and can be contacted directly at 301-678-6665.

The Western Maryland Rail Trail is a former railway that has been converted to a paved 22-mile walking and biking trail. Click here for a full calendar of events for Fort Frederick State Park.

Avatar Author ID 430 - 1350047397

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is a government agency in the state of Maryland charged with maintaining natural resources such as the 66 state parks, public lands, state forests, state waterways, wildlife and recreation areas.

Read More