Walking & Cycling
Ma & Pa Trail
The MA & PA Heritage Trail is a scenic walking and cycling path designed along the old alignment of the Maryland & Pennsylvania Railroad with a goal to preserve the memory of the historic rail transportation route from York to Baltimore. The Williams Street Trailhead Station of the Ma & Pa Trail is centrally located in the Town of Bel Air between the Edgeley Grove Park (Annie’s Playground) Trailhead Station and the North Avenue Trailhead Station. Information on the five sections of the trail can be found on the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail website.
Currently, the Town is working with Harford County Parks & Recreation and several landowners to connect sections of the trail which will lead to a nearly 8-mile long trail that will run through Bel Air.
Walking in Bel Air
The Town of Bel Air has surveyed the most desirable walking routes, assembled healthy facts about walking and provided related links for those who want to walk in and around the many neighborhoods and downtown. This information is available in our 'Walking in Bel Air' brochure.
The Town of Bel Air offers a Historic Walking Tour. The North Walking Tour takes approximately 60 minutes to complete and features fourteen historic locations. The South Walking Tour features eleven historic locations in a 30-minute walk.
The Town of Bel Air also boasts a Public Art Tour featuring 43 pieces of public art. The Public Art Tour begins with a two-mile, self-guided walk through downtown featuring twenty-five sculptures and murals. The tour continues with an additional eighteen pieces accessible within a short drive around Bel Air.
Additional resources to help you achieve your fitness goals can be found through Map My Walk, Trail Link, and Walk Jog Run.
Running in Bel Air
The Town of Bel Air has also surveyed the safest and most suitable running routes in and around downtown and the many neighborhoods. The Town has provided links, assembled health facts and best routes at varying lengths and difficulty. This information is available on our 'Running in Bel Air' brochure.
Additional resources to help you achieve your fitness goals can be found through Map My Walk, Trail Link, and Walk Jog Run.
Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan
The Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan was updated in 2025 by the Town of Bel Air, with the collective help of the citizens, business owners, elected officials, and other stakeholders. The ultimate goal is to provide the community and visitors with a safe, efficient means of movement around Town. Future walking paths, cycling routes and alternative transportation options are based on the goals and objectives of the Town Comprehensive Plan to provide for a more walkable and bike friendly community. These efforts will result in fulfilling a comprehensive vision coordinated with Maryland State Highway Administration and Harford County.
Bike to Work
Bike to Work Day is an event celebrated across the United States each May to encourage and celebrate bicycling to work and promote public awareness of bicycling and bicycle safety and promotes a “clean commute” Emissions from single occupancy vehicles contribute significantly to our region's dangerous ozone levels. Bike commuting can improve the air we breathe. This year's event will take place on May 13- 19, 2024. For your safety, as well as others, please review the Bicyclist/Motorist Maryland Rules for the Road and Harford Commute Smart information provided for your convenience.