Bicycle between Point Lookout and Leonardtown, MD

For those seeking to explore Southern Maryland or to travel the extent of the Potomac Heritage NST corridor, bicycling and paddling, combined with some short hikes, are the best self-powered ways to experience the area. Point Lookout State Park and Leonardtown have different lodging options and opportunities to paddle are exceptional.

With a stop at Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum and Historic Park, the bicycling route between Point Lookout State Park and Leonardtown is approximately 45 miles. Cyclists should allow time for a visit to Historic St. Mary's City and for a paddling trip on MacIntosh Run to a takeout at the Leonardtown Wharf. This route is included in the Adventure Cycling Association "Tidewater Potomac Heritage" route map set, following Route 5 (exercise caution or use alternate route); Flat Iron, St. George's and Drayton roads; Route 249/Piney Point Road; Route 244; and Route 5 into Leonardtown (exercise caution). The route works in reverse, of course, and could be expanded.