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Indian Head Rail Trail
39 Mattingly Ave, Indian Head, MD 20640
Trail🪢 Leash required
13 miles of trails
⭐ 4.7
820 reviews
Indian Head's 13-mile paved rail trail in Charles County welcomes leashed dogs. It has shade, water, parking, and trash cans. Rural quiet suits relaxed outings.
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- Park
- Indian Head Rail Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Indian Head, Maryland
- Coordinates
- 38.6000, -77.1631
- Trail miles
- 13
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.5 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.5/ 10
Solid
- · ★ 4.7 from 820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 13 miles of trail
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Dog policy
13-mile paved rail trail in Charles County. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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