Catoctin National Recreation Trail
Frederick City Watershed, Frederick County, MD
Point-to-point trail in Frederick City Watershed, Frederick County, MD. Hiking.
- Distance
- 26.6 mi (42.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,498 ft (1,371 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 hr 50 min
- High point
- 1,765 ft (538 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Spring 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: White Rock 14 mi (22.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Manor Visitors Center 16 mi (25.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: North Bob's Hill Overlook 17.6 mi (28.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Catoctin National Recreation Trail
How long is Catoctin National Recreation Trail?
Catoctin National Recreation Trail is 26.6 mi (42.9 km) long. Most people take about 10 hr 50 min. It climbs 4,498 ft (1,371 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,765 ft (538 m).
How hard is Catoctin National Recreation Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Catoctin National Recreation Trail?
Parking at the start, Free. Closest lot to the start: Gambrill State Park Trail System Parking Lot. 14 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Catoctin National Recreation Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead. 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Catoctin National Recreation Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Catoctin National Recreation Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Catoctin National Recreation Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Catoctin National Recreation Trail
- Green Ash Loop Gambrill State Park · Moderate · 2.8 mi (4.5 km)
- Red Maple Loop Gambrill State Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.5 km)
- Black Locust Loop Gambrill State Park · Easy · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- Green Ash Trail Gambrill State Park · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Yellow Poplar Loop Gambrill State Park · Hard · 8.5 mi (13.7 km)
- White Oak Trail Gambrill State Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.5 km)
- Red Maple Trail Gambrill State Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Black Locust Trail Gambrill State Park · Moderate · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
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