About
Length8 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyHard
Typical time5 hr
Trailhead8-Mile Loop
ParkingAccess this trail from any of these parking lots: Visitor Center, Park Headquarters, Wolf Rock, Thurmont Vista, or Hog Rock. The loop makes a complete circle back to any of these access points.Access to this loop off of Md. 77 is from the parking lot in front of the National Park Service Headquarters-also known as Camp Peniel. There is an additional parking lot directly across from the Catoctin Mountain Park Headquarters. When parking at these parking lots, visitors will need to pick up the t...
Best seasonThis loop contains the most strenuous trail in our park as the trail is steep, narrow and at times can be slippery. It is also the longest trail network in the park.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityChimney Rock Trail This trail is not wheelchair accessible. Thurmont Vista Trail This trail is not wheelchair accessible. Hog Rock Trail This trail is not wheelchair accessible. Cunningham Falls Nature Trail This trail is not wheelchair accessible.
What you'll see ⛰️ Summit🌄 Big views

Visit All of the East Side This loop is a combination of all of the three major loops in the park and completes an 8.5 mile loop. 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. Smaller trail loops can be incoporated on this lager loop to extend the hike. Please use caution when walking along rock surfaces. These areas can be slippery. Closely supervise children at all times. Watch for rattlesnakes in the areas of Chimney Rock and Wolf Rock. Wolf Rock, Chimney Rock, & Hog Rock formations are pet free areas.

Tips
The park is open daily from dawn until dusk. If you hike with your pet in Catoctin Mountain Park, it must be on a leash 6 feet or less. This is to protect you, your dog and the wildlife and plants in the park. To be safe, you need to walk, not run, because there are tree roots and rocks on the trails and someone could get hurt if he/she goes too quickly.
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