My brother and I did t his trail 9/11/11 and had a very nice ride. I was some what taken back by how much damage was done by the last two storms came though. Now onto our ride today, it was a on little on the hot side and it was humid but was a very good ride . Lots of people on this trail, walkers, bikers and runners. There is a fair amount of shade so it was not as hot as it could have been. Lots of park benches and picnic tables. I was on my road bike and my brother was on my mt bike with a road tire. He is fifteen years younger the me so we were on a level playing field. This was not on of the best trails I have done but was a very good trail and very well maintained.

We did this ride last weekend. We aren't from this area and wasn't sure what to expect. The ride was wonderful- nice paved trails. It was a nice day- not too hot and lots of people out-but very easy to get around. Everyone we met was very nice, talkative and helpful. We found out after we started out the BWI trail connects to this trail in Glen Burnie. We also rode that trail that day. That too was an easy trail to ride and totally paved, park-like in spots and even had a place to watch the planes.

We (2 60-year-olds) rode this trail on 7/17/10 starting at the northern end of the trail. Tried to find the trailhead using the google directions from the traillink website, but no success--find another way to get your directions! We parked in the courthouse parking lot and hit the trail. Trail is asphalt and in really good condition all the way. As others have reported, there's a very slight grade up on the return, but nothing we couldn't easily do in moderate gear on our hybrids. Lots of folks out using this trail today, in spite of the 94 degree weather--bikers (both leisure and more serious), roller bladers, families, walkers and joggers--but it was never a problem to keep moving on the trail. People were really good about keeping to the right and passing on the left. About a mile from the end, we found Naval Bagels in a small shopping center just off the trail. Had a couple bagel sandwiches and enjoyed their a/c for a bit on our return. (A Subway is in the same center if you don't like bagels). We started our ride about 11 am, and there wasn't much shade; but, in spite of that and the heat, it was a really great ride! The only negative is that there is really only one restroom on the entire trail--at the rangers station.

My boyfriend and I enjoyed a wonderful bike ride while staying the weekend in Annapolis. We stayed at The Westin Hotel centrally situated in the city not far from the Maryland state capitol building and close the waterfront. We rode down to the waterfront, around the outside of the Naval Academy (bikes are not allowed inside), then took the rode over the bridge - following the "Bike Route" signs. It must have taken us about 4 miles to get to the start of the B&A Trail. This section was hilly and the hardest part of the ride.

We had a wonderful ride and made it to the 7.5 mile marker before turning around. There is a coffee/tea shop right on the trail in Serverna Park that is open for business on weekends – catering to the trail riders. It was great to stop, rest, and enjoy a delicious snack and cold drink.

I'd recommend starting your ride on the Annapolis side of the trail. Even though it's a leisurely ride along a very flat asphalt trail there is always a slight directional grade. So it’s easier to ride from Glen Burnie to Annapolis. So our start in Annapolis allowed us to get the harder part over in the beginning of our ride when we had more energy.

Really enjoyed this ride - can't wait to do it again!

"My wife and I capped off a short trip to Annapolis with a bike ride on this trail. We started at the parking lot off of 450. It is true that you must begin with an uphill pedal to access the trail. We went all the way to Glen Burnie turned around and made the return trip.

I really enjoyed the southern part of the trail. It was very rural with a lot of foilage. The northern portion is not very scenic. There are lots of stores, malls, and highways.

Be careful when crossing streets. There were a few crossings on curves where you had limited sightlines. All and all it was an enjoyable outing."

"My wife and I started at the mall (north) because it was easy to find. We were unaware that the south trail head was so far (about 3/4 mile) from the south parking area and RT 450 and a significant hill (down if you're headed south). Being from Pennsylvania, I wouldn't really say that there are hills on the trail but rather slight grades. It's all paved but there's a 15 MPH speed limit so no hot-doggin! :-) "

This is a nice trail to ride. You have hills to overcome and lots of places to get some snacks and food.

"The next time you ride the B&A Trail try a trip around (2.4 miles) Kinder Farm Park in Severna Park, MD. To get to the park from the B&A, take the East/West Trail 0.7 miles west to the entrance of park. It's worth the time."

"I did my first excusion on the B&A today. I was very impressed! As with the last writer, I found parking at the Marley Station Mall to be my best parking option. After three hours of riding, having the food court a few steps away was really a convenience. Rode the entire length. Plus on the south end beyond the trailhead, I rode on Hwy 450 into the City of Annapolis. The whole emergency lane on 450 is for bikes only.

There is a very scenic overlook of the Naval Academy just before the Severn River Bridge. I plan to return once more this season to do the BWI Loop on the north end.

Lee in Clear Spring, MD"

Go to the back of Marley Station Mall for plenty of parking. After your ride check out Ann's in front of Marley Station Mall and relax with a milkshake or ice cream.

"This is a great trail that can be crowded on weekends. For a nice additional loop of about 12 miles, continue on the north end of the trail where it connects to the BWI loop trail. This circles the airport and offers some awesume views of the runways. Hold onto your hat!"