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Catoctin Mountains outer loop

Thurmont, Maryland, USA

Catoctin Mountains outer loop

Length11.6 mi
Elev. Gain2351.8 ft
Est. Steps27000

Forest

Lake

Scenic views

Wild flowers

Mountain

Quiet place

Fierce animal

Muddy

Rocky

Bugs

Steep slope

Created by Gary
Introduction
Catoctin Mountains outer loop is a 11.6 mile (27,000-step) route located near Thurmont, Maryland, USA. This route has an elevation gain of about 2351.8 ft and is rated as hard. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.
Start at the lower parking area near the park headquarters (before the visitors center). The route is 11.5 miles in length with a lot of up and down. About half way through at the falls the stream may or may not be crossable. There is no set trail there so need to be careful.
Route Details

Length

11.6 mi

Elev. Gain

2351.8 ft

Est. Steps

27000
Created by
Gary
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