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Distance
11.15 miles
Elevation Gain
1962 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back
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Appalachian Trail: Raven Rock to Pen Mar is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Smithsburg, Maryland.
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