This is a great place to rest and catch your breath whilst enjoying fantastic views to the west of Sugarloaf, across Monocacy valley, with Catoctin and South Mountain visible in the distance.

Kat

September 28, 2022

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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 'South View'. Plus, the cliff is even steeper, it goes straight down offering even better views.

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1. Northern Peaks Trail and Sugarloaf Mountain Loop

11.1km

03:59

350m

Hike the difficult 6.9-mile Northern Peaks Trail and Sugarloaf Mountain Loop in Maryland, gaining 1133 feet with rewarding views from White

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2. White Rocks North Viewpoint loop from Greenfield Mills

8.92km

02:56

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. East View – West View loop from Glen Cameron Estates

21.5km

06:19

500m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Location: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

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White Rocks North Viewpoint

1. Northern Peaks Trail and Sugarloaf Mountain Loop

2. White Rocks North Viewpoint loop from Greenfield Mills

3. East View – West View loop from Glen Cameron Estates

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