South Mountain, Pennsylvania
Top Spots in and near South Mountain
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Parkton, Maryland
Make sure you park in the designated spots located above the Dam. Walk across the Dam road bridge and about mid way stop and take a look over the edge. You will be greeted with the a beautiful view of the valley. To explore more keep walking over the dam bridge and walk down the stairs to view ...
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New Bloomfield, Pennsylvania
This hike is marked as one of the most difficult at Little Buffalo, but we didn't find it to be overly exhausting. For someone that is used to hiking, this trail is a breeze. There are a few semi-steep inclines, but for the most part the trail is easy to navigate. There are picnic tables located ...
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Waterford, Virginia
This leisurely hike starts at the Old Mill at Waterford in Waterford, Virginia. You can find parking along the side of the road right near the mill. As you walk down and past the mill you'll see a fence and the beginning of the trail. This is a short, 1 mile hike and almost completely flat. If y...
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Owings Mills, Maryland
4.7
5.33 mi
/ 466 ft gain
From Deer Park Road, parking is available at the nature center or the scenic overlook (about 100 yards up the road). I typically park at the overlook as this affords the ability to hike trails on either side of the road, and always finish the hike back at the car. From the parking area you are ju...
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Owings Mills, Maryland
4.5
2.39 mi
/ 226 ft gain
Park in the area off of Deer Park road to access the trail. Dogs are welcome on leash. Trail can get muddy in the spring, and there are some stream crossings.
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Boyds, Maryland
5.0
2.78 mi
/ 312 ft gain
The Black Hill Regional Park has 1300 acres of oak forests that have views of the Little Seneca Lake. This lake offers a place for visitors to canoe and stand up paddle board.
This trail is open to hiking and mountain biking. In addition, dogs are welcome to use the trail but must be on leash a...
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Parkton, Maryland
5.0
13.3 mi
/ 1180 ft gain
Park in the lot on Bunker Hill Road and then continue a short ways to the trailhead (see map). There are no bridges for crossing the water so be prepared to pick your way across.
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Boyds, Maryland
Park on Clarksburg Road (see map) and head onto the marked trail. It can get muddy at times so pack accordingly. Great for kids, and dog friendly too.
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Dickerson, Maryland
Park in the lot on Whites Ferry road and hop on the Chesapeake Ohio towpath. This is an out-and-back so you can make it as short as you want or up to 10 miles. Great for familes and dog friendly!
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Montgomery Village, Maryland
5.0
14.86 mi
/ 836 ft gain
Park in the lot off of Watkins Mill Road to access the trail. This hike is dog friendly and is accessible from March until November.
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Cockeysville, Maryland
4.0
4.02 mi
/ 475 ft gain
Park in the lot as indicated on the map (see below). This trail is accessible year round, dog-friendly, and is great for families.
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