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    • Potomac, Maryland

      Great Falls and the Billy Goat Trail

      4.5
      4.61 mi / 272 ft gain
      Just outside of Washington DC is a great hike and rock scramble you don't want to miss. Great Falls lies in both Virginia and Maryland and has beautiful views of the Potomac River. Start out at the Great Falls Tavern parking lot (Maryland side), and keep in mind it is $10 to park here if you don...
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    • Pylesville, Maryland

      Hike to Kilgore Falls

      3.8
      1.2 mi
      This 1.2 mile roundtrip hike leads to the second tallest waterfall in the state of Maryland. It is a short hike that's great for families and bringing the dog. In the warmer months, you can swim in the pool at the base of the waterfall. People have cliff jumped here, but exercise caution and do s...
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    • Berlin, Maryland

      Camping at Assateague

      4.7
      This is the perfect getaway if you are on the East Coast! Assateague Island is a 37-mile long barrier island along the coasts of Maryland and Virginia that is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Sinepuxent Bay on the west. The state and national parks offer the chance to explore ...
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    • Elkridge, Maryland

      Cascade Falls Loop

      3.0
      2.31 mi / 381 ft gain
      This hike is a great place to escape the city feel of Baltimore and disappear into the wilderness. Enter through the Avalon Area entrance. There is a cash fee to enter the park. Once you pass the front gate continue past the initial picnic area. Continue through the park to the Orange Grove Area...
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    • Knoxville, Maryland

      Hike to Maryland Heights

      4.8
      2.8 mi / 900 ft gain
      Maryland Heights is at the convergence of Maryland, West Virginia and Virginia, as well as the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. The Appalachian Trail and C&O Canal Towpath are also easily accessible from the trailhead parking lot. The parking lot holds about 16 cars and is between Locks 33 and ...
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    • Myersville, Maryland

      Hike to Annapolis Rock and Black Rock Cliff

      4.4
      8 mi / 840 ft gain
      Hike along the Appalachian Trail as it passes through South Mountain State Park, taking you to a number of very scenic lookout spots.From the parking area, take the connector trail a short distance until you see blue blazes on the left – these will lead you to the Appalachian Trail (white blazes)...
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    • Thurmont, Maryland

      Hike Catoctin Mountain

      4.5
      8.4 mi / 1370 ft gain
      Park at Catoctin Mountain Visitor Center. The hike starts at the end of the gravel parking lot across from the visitor center. This is definitely a popular hiking location, so come early on the weekends to guarantee a parking spot and to avoid the crowds. To start, take the right trail towards th...
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    • Smithsburg, Maryland

      Hike to Cunningham Falls

      4.2
      2.8 mi
      This 78-foot waterfall, among the largest in the state, is easily accessible by two short trails. Lower Trail (0.5 miles) leads directly to the falls, whereas Cliff Trail (0.75 miles) has slightly more difficult terrain and takes you to a viewing platform. To lengthen the adventure, Hunting Creek...
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    • Knoxville, Maryland

      Hike the AT to Weverton Cliffs

      4.9
      3 mi / 1500 ft gain
      The trailhead is located right off Weverton Cliff's Road in Knoxville, Maryland. Park at a Park and Ride on the right side of the road, then walk right out of the parking lot down Weverton Cliff's Road until you see the white blazes of the Appalachian Trail. Follow that trail for 1.5 miles along ...
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    • Dickerson, Maryland

      Hike the Sugarloaf Mountain Trail

      4.7
      6.05 mi / 1509 ft gain
      Park on Sugarloaf Mountain Drive (as indicated on the map below) to access the trail. It is open from March-November and is dog friendly. 
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    • Elkridge, Maryland

      Hike the Cascade Falls and Rootball Loop Trail

      4.7
      2.4 mi / 285 ft gain
      Park on the shoulder of Landing Drive (see map) to access the trailhead. This trail is open April-September. Dogs allowed on leash. 
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    • Thurmont, Maryland

      Hike Chimney Rock at Catoctin Mountain Park

      4.2
      5 mi / 600 ft gain
      Chimney Rock is the quintessential breathtaking view that makes a hike worthwhile. By parking at the most northeast parking lot on the trail map you are able to include the sweeping views of Thurmont Vista, and Wolf Rock on your way to Chimney Rock. Highly recommend visiting in the fall, and on w...
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    • Oldtown, Maryland

      Hike to Paw Paw Tunnel

      3.8
      2.4 mi
      This hike is short and sweet, with it only being 2.4 miles to the other side of the tunnel and back. It's easily accessible, located right off the highway at the Paw Paw Tunnel Campground on the Potamac River at the border of Maryland and West Virgina. The town of Paw Paw is on the West Virgina s...
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    • Oakland, Maryland

      Hike the Swallow Falls Loop

      4.7
      1.1 mi / 125 ft gain
      This park has plenty to do—forest hiking, swimming at Herrington Manor, and camping—but the main attraction, unsurprisingly, is Swallow Falls. The Swallow Falls Canyon Trail (1.1 miles) follows Muddy Creek and features a number of other falls, including Muddy Creek Falls (53 ft).
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    • Nanjemoy, Maryland

      Paddle through the Ghost Fleet of the Potomac at Mallows Bay

      4.5
      The Ghost Fleet of Mallows Bay, as it's now known, is the result of our great nation's call for 1,000 wartime transport vessels to be built in 18 months. The quick deadline led to hasty construction and, when World War I ended before the contract was fulfilled, hundreds of ships sat unused. Attem...
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    • Knoxville, Maryland

      Explore Point of Rocks/ Potomac River Overlook

      4.0
      0.2 mi / 95 ft gain
      Park at the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal parking lot. Walk to the US 15 and cross the road. Trail is not marked, though its faint traces can be detected as you continue on. GPS is recommended. Enjoy the overlook and when you're ready to go back, retrace your steps. 
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    Camping and Lodging in Maryland

    Adirondack Shelters
    Sabillasville, Maryland

    Adirondack Shelters

    Washington DC / Capitol KOA Holiday
    Millersville, Maryland

    Washington DC / Capitol KOA Holiday

    Rohrbach Group Campground
    Sharpsburg, Maryland

    Rohrbach Group Campground

    Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite
    Little Orleans, Maryland

    Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

    Fort Washington Park Day Use Facilities
    Fort Washington, Maryland

    Fort Washington Park Day Use Facilities

    Assateague Island National Seashore Campground
    Snow Hill, Maryland

    Assateague Island National Seashore Campground