The Top 14 Natural Monuments in Frederick County
Frederick County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 14
beautiful natural monuments in Frederick County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Frederick County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: October 12, 2025
This is a perfect spot to pause, have a picnic, and delight in the falls. It's best to visit after the rainy season when the water levels are higher, making the experience even more enjoyable.
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Whilst this is not the most impressive view of this mountainous region, McCormack Overlook still provides obscured vistas through the forestry. There is a rock outcrop to sit on.
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Sugarloaf Mountain has been designated a Registered Natural Landmark because of its geological interest and striking beauty.
Stronghold agreed to maintain its natural state. Funds for maintenance and improvement do …
Stronghold agreed to maintain its natural state. Funds for maintenance and improvement do …
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Wolf Rock is a rock formation in the shape of a wolf. It is part of the Weverton Formation, deposited as sand 550 million years ago.
Caution: the rock can be slippery when wet.
Caution: the rock can be slippery when wet.
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From Chimney Rock there is a beautiful view of Catoctin Mountain Park, well worth all the effort to get there!
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The name Cat Rock is thought to come from its resemblance to a cat or lynx sightings. The summit is made up of an outcrop of quartzite. From up here there is a spectacular view of the park.
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There weren't any other people at the White Rocks outlook when I visited, whereas there were crowds at the Sugarloaf Mountain.
I found the 'North View' even prettier than the …
I found the 'North View' even prettier than the …
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The Monocacy River is a free-flowing tributary of the Potomac River. It spans 58 miles and is the largest Maryland tributary to the Potomac. The river was designated as a State Scenic River in 1974.
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Catoctin Mountain Park is a 5,120-acre national park that is also home to the Presidential retreat, Camp David. The park, with its scenic vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offers …
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At this point, you will be treated to stunning views of the Harbaugh Valley and the mountains of southern Pennsylvania.
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