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Maryland
2.7 mi
Distance
834 ft
Gain
1h 19m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Catoctin Mountain Park
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Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Gateway Trail
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Gateway Trail is a scenic point-to-point hike in Maryland that offers hikers a moderate walk through varied terrain. This 2.67-mile trail provides an accessible way to explore the natural landscape while connecting two distinct points along its route.
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