West Woods Alternate Trail
Antietam National Battlefield, Washington County, MD
Out-and-back trail in Antietam National Battlefield, Washington County, MD. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 33 ft (10 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 505 ft (154 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: 15th MA 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Lt. Col John Lemuel Stetson Killed Here - 59th NY 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Early’s Brigade 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Ransom’s Brigade 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Historic site: A. Pottenberger Farmhouse 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
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Questions about West Woods Alternate Trail
How long is West Woods Alternate Trail?
West Woods Alternate Trail is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 33 ft (10 m) in total, up to a high point of 505 ft (154 m).
How hard is West Woods Alternate Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West Woods Alternate Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on West Woods Alternate Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is West Woods Alternate Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (69% under trees).
Is West Woods Alternate Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on West Woods Alternate Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near West Woods Alternate Trail?
Captain Bender's Tavern, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Battleview Market, 1.2 mi (2 km).
Is this a good week for West Woods Alternate 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 West Woods Alternate Trail
- Cornfield - West Woods Trails Connector Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
- Cornfield - J. Poffenberger Farm Trails Connector Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- West Woods Trail Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Antietam Remembered Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Cornfield Trail Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Bloody Lane Trail Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.9 km)
- Mumma-Roulette Trail Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Three Farms Trail Antietam National Battlefield · Easy · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
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