The best running trails in South Mountain State Park
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Last updated: November 9, 2025
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1. Annapolis Rock run via Appalachian Trail — South Mountain State Park
8.10km
01:05
220m
220m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
11
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2. Black Rock via Appalachian Trail run — South Mountain State Park
11.1km
01:26
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Gathland Picnic Shelter to White Rocks run via Appalachian Trail
11.2km
01:28
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
1
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4. Gathland Picnic Shelter to Ed Garvey Shelter run Appalachian Trail
11.7km
01:29
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5. Pen Mar to High Rock run via Appalachian Trail
9.71km
01:21
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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