Near Orange Trail (Sunrise Trail)
Sugarloaf Mtn Saturday
Near Orange Trail (Sunrise Trail)
The summit of Sugarloaf Mountain offers spectacular views of rural Maryland.

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Orange Trail (Sunrise Trail)

4.5 (4 Ratings)
A steep climb from the East Parking Lot to the Sugarloaf Summit.
0.3
mi
Distance
294
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.26mi
Distance
294ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
1,230ft
High Point
936ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This short but steep climb goes from the East View Parking Lot up to the summit. It connects with the greater trail network for endless miles around Sugarloaf Mountain.

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Contributors
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