Matthew Henson Trail is a 8.9 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Silver Spring, Maryland that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
wheelchair friendly
stroller friendly
cross country skiing
hiking
mountain biking
road biking
snowshoeing
walking
bird watching
running
paved
wild flowers
wildlife
Very easy, neighborhood trail ... here is 4 min video https://youtu.be/XUPEtrDMwvc
Libby Larson recorded Recording - Sep 08, 02:13 PM
Easy paved path, road crossings all have lights, mostly shady.
Amy & Bill.
Andrew Zvirzdin recorded Matthew Henson Trail
Much better early in the morning.
Andrew Zvirzdin recorded Matthew Henson Trail
Not as much shade as expected, road crossings are annoying.
Except for a couple of sketchy road crossings, this trail is very nice, well maintained, paved and therefore accessible bikes, pedestrians, wheelchairs etc.
Sadika Koom recorded Matthew Henson Trail
Easy. Very easy walk.
Except for the first part along a residential street and a couple of major road crossings it is very peaceful
This is a wonderful neighborhood trail. We walk our dogs on it several times a week. It’s accessible for all levels, and you’ll often spot a deer or two.
I enjoy this trail a lot because it is easy to walk on. it started walking this trail during my lunch breaks and it lead to walking the whole trail with a friend. We wanted to see other parts of the trail so we decided to start at the section by Randolph Road. We planned on walking for an hour and then back, but ended up walking the entire trail and back. It is great for people of all hiking abilities. The wildlife along parts of the trail is a bonus as well. I often see many deer, squirrels, and occasionally see some frogs.
Great for an easy walk and bike ride!
