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Catoctin Mountain Park 8-mile Loop

Name: Catoctin Mountain Park 8-mile Loop
Address: 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD, 21788, US

6602 Foxville Road

Thurmont, MD 21788

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This loop is a combination of all of the three major loops in the park and completes an 8.5 mile loop. Access this trail from any of these parking lots: Visitor Center, Headquarters, Wolf Rock, Thurmont Vista, or Hog Rock. The loop makes a complete circle back to any of these access points.

While hiking this loop visitors will experience Cunningham Falls, Hog Rock, Blue Ridge Summit, Thurmont Vista, Wolf Rock, and Chimney Rock. This loop combines moderate and strenuous trails for a great day of hiking.

Bring your camera, something to eat ,and stop at any of these exciting and beautiful vistas to capture a moment, or several, that will leave a lasting impression on your mind, body, and soul for a long time to come.

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