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United States
Maryland
Frederick County

West View – East View loop from Sugarloaf Mountain

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
Maryland
Frederick County

West View – East View loop from Sugarloaf Mountain

Hard

2.9

(24)

51

hikers

West View – East View loop from Sugarloaf Mountain

02:05

6.34km

230m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 3.38 km for 478 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

912 m

Stronghold Mansion

Highlight • Historical Site

Historic mansion at the base of Sugarloaf mountain

Tip by

2

944 m

Chimney and Smokehouse

Highlight • Historical Site

The ruins of an old cabin and smokehouse/root cellar. You can see the stone outline of the structure and the intact chimney.

Tip by

3

1.79 km

West View

Highlight • Viewpoint

This area boasts similar westward views to those from Sugarloaf Mountain, but you get to avoid the crowds. On a clear day, you should be able to see all the way to Dickerson and Point of Rocks.

Tip by

4

1.95 km

Troop 1449 Eagle Scout Project

Highlight • Rest Area

Boy Scouts repaired the gazebo floor

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5

2.62 km

McCormack Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

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.

Tip by

6

3.16 km

Sugarloaf West Peak Staircase

Highlight • Trail

Steep straits down the west overlook, about 1/4 mile from west parking lot.

Tip by

7

3.85 km

Eastward views of Sugarloaf Mountain

Highlight • Viewpoint

A delightful spot to relax and recharge after a cycling session. You'll find stunning eastward views of Sugarloaf Mountain, along with several picnic benches and a spacious grassy area perfect for resting.

Tip by

8

3.85 km

East View

Highlight • Viewpoint

East View is a vantage point situated near the parking trailhead to the Sugarloaf Mountains. It's a great way to reap the benefits of a good view without walking too …

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B

6.34 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.91 km

1.45 km

495 m

280 m

204 m

Surfaces

5.01 km

564 m

282 m

280 m

205 m

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Saturday 11 July

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75 %

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