The Northern Central Railroad Trail extends from Ashland, Maryland to the Maryland-Pennsylvania line and even continuing into Pennsylvania. This trail has many terrific features and the wide, flat gravel trail is free from obstacles and the need of any technical riding. You will pass through many historic towns, parallel the Gunpowder River with views of a few small waterfalls, and enjoy the scenery of the beautiful thick forest, wildflowers, and rock structures. The path has a shallow but fairly steady downhill grade for about a third of the trip and then levels out with very minor ups and downs to the end. For a challenge you may ride this trail in reverse and climb the last portion. This is a popular trail for all types of users; bikers please yield to equestrians and hikers.