When you’re looking for a unique trail near Baltimore, where do you go? Previously, we listed 10 that are worth the trip, and today, we’re featuring one that’s not only beautiful but also full of fascinating abandoned sites. Prepare to step into the past at Patapsco Valley State Park’s Daniels area.

You can find the Daniels area of Patapsco Valley State Park at 2090 Daniels Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043.
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Hiking the single dirt trail along the river will lead you to ruins from an old town, long abandoned.
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In the early 19th and 20th century, Daniels was a small town that prospered with work from the local textile mill. In the late 1960s, the mill was set to close, and 90 families were forced to leave this woodland spot.
Flickr / David Heise

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Although most of the homes were demolished, you can still find remnants of the town, including churches...
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...and classic cars that have been left to rust away.
Flickr / William Shewbridge
Be sure to bring your camera to capture all the details.
Flickr / Rip
A trip to this park is a mere 30 minutes from Baltimore and is worth the drive. You'll feel like you're stepping into another world, and into another time.
Flickr / Jack Lyons

For more information about the Daniels area at Patapsco Valley State Park, visit the official website here.

For another Patapsco hike worth seeing up close, click here!

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2090 Daniels Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043