Underground Railroad Experience Trail, Sandy Spring, MD

The Underground Railroad Experience Trail at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park is a great place to hike. It allows people to gain a much better understanding of the history behind a group of people who were seeking refuge from persecution and slavery as they made their way through Montgomery County. This part of their trek from the south to the north was dangerous, and many people used a series of hidden networks, passageways, and safe houses instead of above ground travel in order to find their way to freedom. The terrain is not paved, and is 4 miles to and from Woodlawn Manor. Certain parts are covered by trees while others are open areas. Make sure to bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray. You can find a map at the beginning of the trail in order to help guide you through your hike.

You can do this hike independently, with a guide, or as part of special programming that is held in this location.

Address:

Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park
16501 Norwood Road

Sandy Spring, MD 20860 

Website: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/woodlawn-manor-cultural-park/underground-railroad-experience-trail-hikes/

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