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Falls Nature Trail (Catoctin Mountain Park, MD)

On By Andrew WojtanikIn Catoctin Mountain Park, Cunningham Falls State Park, Maryland, Moderate HikesLeave a comment

Cunningham Falls in northern Maryland tumbles 78 feet down a set of cascades, making it the tallest waterfall in the state and a popular getaway destination for residents of the DC/Baltimore area. Most visitors hike to the falls by way of Cunningham Falls State Park—but it is also possible to reach from neighboring Catoctin Mountain …

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Cliff Trail – Lower Trail Loop (Cunningham Falls State Park, MD)

On By Andrew WojtanikIn Cunningham Falls State Park, Maryland, Moderate Hikes6 Comments

At 78 feet, Cunningham Falls, the centerpiece of the state park bearing its name, is Maryland’s tallest waterfall and one of the state’s most visited. Situated in the heart of the Catoctin Mountains, this scenic landmark is less than a 1 ½ hour-drive from Baltimore or Washington, DC. Come during the offseason to get the …

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