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Weverton Cliffs via Appalachian Trail in South Mountain State Park

The hike to Weverton Cliffs via the Appalachian Trail offers a combination of rugged terrain and breathtaking views. As you ascend, the trail’s series of switchbacks help ease the climb through dense forest, with occasional glimpses of the Potomac River below. Once at the cliffs, the expansive vista reveals the Potomac Valley, with notable landmarks like Buzzard Rock, Loudon Heights and Maryland Heights in the distance, while the surrounding rocky outcrops provide opportunities for a unique viewpoint of the river and the distant Harpers Ferry area. #Hiking #Forest #Nature #River #Overlook

  • Distance: 1.8 mi
  • Elevation gain: 236 m
  • Maximum elevation: 258 m
  • Elevation loss: 236 m
  • Minimum elevation: 109 m
  • Moving time: 43 m 45 s
  • Moving speed: 2.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.9 mph
  • Total time: 52 m 33 s
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

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  • Distance: 1.8 mi
  • Elevation gain: 236 m
  • Maximum elevation: 258 m
  • Elevation loss: 236 m
  • Minimum elevation: 109 m
  • Moving time: 43 m 45 s
  • Moving speed: 2.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.9 mph
  • Total time: 52 m 33 s
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

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Weverton Cliffs via Appalachian Trail in South Mountain State Park

United States > Maryland > Washington County > Knoxville > Weverton

The Weverton Cliffs hike along the Appalachian Trail offers an accessible but rewarding outdoor experience. As you navigate the trail, you’ll encounter rocky terrain and switchbacks, providing both challenge and scenic rewards. Once you reach the cliffs, panoramic views of the Potomac River and distant…

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 228 m • Maximum elevation: 258 m

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