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View from Annapolis Rock

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View from Annapolis Rock

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    December 6, 2023

    Hiking

    Annapolis Rock is perched atop South Mountain in Maryland. There are plenty of smaller rocks to sit down on and enjoy the breathtaking west-facing views across the Cumberland Valley.

    The hike to Annapolis Rock is on part of the Appalachian Trail, a 2,200-mile long-distance trail that spans the eastern United States.

    December 18, 2023

    Running

    Annapolis Rock is perched atop South Mountain in Maryland. There are plenty of smaller rocks to sit down and enjoy the breathtaking west-facing views across the Cumberland Valley.

    The final bit of path to the lookout is very rocky, so mind your footing, but the views as you arrive make it all worthwhile. There is a water fountain in the campground neaby.

    June 26, 2017

    Hiking

    look to the left when heading north on Appalachian trail, take caution near rock

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    Location: Washington County, Maryland, United States

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