Wheatley Lake

La Plata, Maryland

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2.3 miles

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243 ft

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Loop

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Wheatley Lake is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Hughesville, Maryland.

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Wheatley Lake Reviews

Tracy Shaw

Beginner

Wheatley Lake

08/24/22

This is a nice trail that closely follows the lake. The trail has sections through the woods and also board walks through a beaver dam area. If it has rained recently, you may want to wear hiking boots. The park offers canoe, paddle boat and kayak rentals during the summer. There is a nominal fee charged for parking on the weekends in the summer. For the kids, they have a very nice playground and also a child sized zip line. This trail is located in Gilbert Run Park.

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