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Maryland
2.1 mi
Distance
1,677 ft
Gain
1h 7m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Catoctin Mountain Park
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
TR-5 Blue Ridge Summit Trail
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The TR-5 Blue Ridge Summit Trail is a scenic out-and-back hike in Maryland that ascends to a ridge summit with rewarding views of the surrounding landscape. This short trail packs accessible mountain hiking into just over 2 miles, making it ideal for hikers seeking elevation gain and panoramic vistas without committing to a full day on the trail. The route follows a steady climb through mixed forest terrain typical of Maryland's ridge country.
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