Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Near its start, the trail passes through a cut in the rock on a boardwalk, beneath an auto-
mobile bridge.
Back on the trail, the rustic scenery gives way to a more suburban landscape. The
few road crossings are well-marked and the gradual slope makes for a pleasant trip
both up- and downhill. When you reach the end of the trail, simply turn around and
head back downhill to enjoy Ellicott City, including the Baltimore & Ohio Train Mu-
seum, which highlights the history of the nation's first railroad.
DIRECTIONS
To get to Oella from downtown Ellicott City, take MD Route 144 (Frederick
Road) east to the Patapsco River, where the road becomes Main Street. Cross the
river and take an immediate left (north) onto Oella Road, where you will find
trail parking on your right (the river is on your left). You must climb stairs to get
to the trail from here.
To get to Catonsville from downtown Ellicott City, follow MD Route 144
(Frederick Road) east past the Patapsco River and turn north (left) onto
Westchester Ave., where you will find parking that is accessible to disabled
users.
Contact:
Maryland Greenways Commission
580 Taylor Ave., E2
Annaplois, MD 21401
(410) 260-8778
