United States
Maryland
Montgomery County
Potomac
Purplehorse Beach and Mixed Rock Formations
United States
Maryland
Montgomery County
Potomac
Purplehorse Beach and Mixed Rock Formations
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 15 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Location: Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
5.0
(1)
3
02:12
7.54km
90m
5.0
(2)
30
01:05
3.85km
30m
5.0
(1)
15
05:51
22.1km
140m
The beach holds "mixed rocks," which means that the heat and pressure from the Earth have melted parts of some rocks and fused them with other rocks. The views with these unique rocks and the river are absolutely stunning.
September 1, 2023
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Location: Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
5.0
(1)
3
02:12
7.54km
90m
5.0
(2)
30
01:05
3.85km
30m
5.0
(1)
15
05:51
22.1km
140m