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The Easton Rails-to-Trails runs between Dutchmans Lane in southern Easton, Maryland, and North Easton Park—a large sports complex for 2.5 miles. The trail opened in 1998 and has been a popular local amenity since that time.
About the Route
Because it runs directly through Easton's historic downtown, the trail provides great access for many of the town's residents to local stores and schools. An original railroad station also sits along the trail near its midpoint south of Goldsborough Street. The depot has been converted into a museum and visitors center.
The ideal place to start along the trail is at the North Easton Park and A. James Park Sports Complex, where parking is available. From here, the trail heads south into down Easton, which connects trail users to many attractions.
Spur trails of the main north-south route connect trail users to other parts of Easton. After a brief on-road route on East Earle Ave., the trail continues west from S Harrison St. This section of trail stops at Moton Park but another short section of trail picks back up at Easton Point Park and winds along the Taynard Branch. This section of the trail is also often called the Easton Villages Trail.
Easton Rails-to-Trails runs between A. James Park Sports Complex, 119 Chapel Rd. (Easton), where parking is available, and Wayside Ave. (Easton).
Parking is also available at:
Please see TrailLink Map for detailed directions.
While the trail in town is very lovely, relatively short, it’s very clean and enough meandering through green space, I really enjoy the less known western spur more. That trail spur on the opposite side of Easton Parkway is really awesome. I love riding through the well laid curves and tree canopies. Enough trail benches and smooth pavement. Love it!
Very nice trail. I just discovered the western spur the other day and it’s very nice. Was curious that it’s not on the trail map though.
We just got back from a ride. Parked at the north end of the trail, and rode to the southern end and back. Took a detour through the new John F. Ford park, which was a nice surprise. Except for a few tree root speed bumps and some hickory nuts, the paved trail was in very good condition. More than half is shaded in the afternoon. Passed a few pedestrians, but had the trail mostly to ourselves. Not a trail to go speed riding, as there are frequent gates at road crossings.
I really enjoy walking the bike trail. People along the trail have been very friendly. I would love for more trails to be installed in Easton. It such a quaint town. As far as the comment about trash. It’s not below me to pick up from litter bugs. I carry my trash picker on every walk with a bag. There are plenty of trash receptacle along the path. Earth day is everyday! Love the beautiful trees and plants along the path.
A nice easy ride in Easton.. Almost completely flat
I run , or walk this trail frequently as I live local. There are a few areas that are not as lovely as the overall trek, but it is kept clean, and the locals are usually good at stopping at the designated crossings, and I have yet to encounter anyone that was not friendly and gracious. I have lived here for about 1 year so far and have found that Easton is a pretty nice area over all. I have enjoyed using this trail many times!
The trail is pretty flat and easy to walk. You get to walk through small wooded portions and some of Easton's older parts of town. We walked our dog on the trail and ran into several other people also walking their dogs. There were several trash cans along the trail and only one was only completely full. There wasn't anywhere to use the restroom (at least that I saw). Overall is was a nice little walk.
I live nearby this trail and just went on it this past weekend. There are a couple of not so nice neighborhoods that you go through on this trail. I would not recommend riding it alone. Just had an uneasy feeling about it. There was some trash along the bike trail that needs to be addressed. If I could I would give it 2 1/2 stars.
I've had the chance to jog this short trail twice while visiting in the area. The trail is traversed by several roads, though Eastonians usually stop their vehicles when they see a pedestrian waiting to cross. One direction is residential and lined with trees and empty fields, and the other is more industrial. The old railroad station is a nice hub, and the town itself is a great place to visit. If you eat at one of the excellent Easton restaurants, like the Bartlett Pear Inn, the Tidewater Inn, or the Peacock at the Inn at 202 Dover, then you'll need to traverse the trail several times to work off the sumptuous meal.
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