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Here you'll find long-distance trails in both remote regions of the West and in populated parts of the East and Midwest.

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Top Birding Trails Near Me

Sligo Creek Trail

Maryland - 10.2 miles
Asphalt

Northwest Branch Trail

Maryland - 15.8 miles
Asphalt, Dirt

Metropolitan Branch Trail

District of Columbia, Maryland - 4 miles
Asphalt

Capital Crescent Trail

District of Columbia, Maryland - 12.7 miles
Asphalt, Crushed Stone
Accordion

Rock Creek Trail (MD)

Maryland - 16 miles
Asphalt

Rock Creek Park Trails

District of Columbia - 8.5 miles
Asphalt, Dirt

Paint Branch Trail (Prince George's County)

Maryland - 3.5 miles
Asphalt

Rhode Island Avenue Trolley Trail

Maryland - 3.8 miles
Asphalt

Paint Branch Trail (Montgomery County)

Maryland - 2.3 miles
Asphalt

Lake Artemesia Trail

Maryland - 1.35 miles
Asphalt

Bethesda Trolley Trail

Maryland - 4 miles
Asphalt

Matthew Henson Trail

Maryland - 4.5 miles
Asphalt

MacArthur Boulevard Bike Path

Maryland - 8 miles
Asphalt

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

District of Columbia, Maryland - 184.5 miles
Brick, Concrete, Crushed Stone, Dirt

Mount Vernon Trail

Virginia - 18 miles
Asphalt, Boardwalk

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Helpful Information about Birding Trails

We here at TrailLink.com think the old saying that something is "for the birds" should mean its opposite; according to a 2009 report by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 1 in 5 Americans has an affinity for our feathered friends, making birding one of the most popular recreational activities in the nation.

Many trails travel through forests, wetlands, meadows, or other habitats that are attractive to birds and offer quiet areas that allow you to observe and listen to birds. Use habitats like these as search terms in the advanced keyword search on TrailLink.com to find birding trails, or use our trail maps to identify when a trail goes through a national or state park, wildlife preserve, or other protected area that may offer a particularly good bet for birding.

Whether you're a novice bird watcher or experienced twitcher, the organizations listed below can help you pursue your passion by offering birding guides, online networking, special events, and other resources:

We hope you enjoy your next birding adventure and invite you to share your experiences with others on TrailLink.com by posting a review of the birding trail. You can note any hot spots you found along the way, or any other relevant details from your trip. Photos of the birds you saw on the trail are also welcome!

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