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Gold Mine Spur

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 3.0 (2)
  1. Areas
  2. MD
  3. …Central Maryland
  4. …Potomac
  5. Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park-Great Falls
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“A wide path in an area less-used than other Great Falls trails. ”

Amos Desjardins
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Miles

1.3

KM

Point to Point

328' 100 m

High

175' 53 m

Low

165' 50 m

Up

12' 4 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

12%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Unknown

Features River/Creek · Views

Description

In very heavily used park, finding a bit of tranquility can be a challenge. Luckily, the trails around Great Falls Gold Mine Spur and the Gold Mine Trail provide a far less congested option for hikers. This trail is mostly flat and quite pleasant, with the only real elevation change occurring right at the start. After that, enjoy the flat cruise!

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Land Manager: National Park Service - Great Falls National Park

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Amos Desjardins
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  3.0 from 2 votes

#8

in Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park-Great Falls

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#8

in Chesapeake and Ohio Ca…

#796

in Maryland

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Beginning of VFW Spur
Jul 5, 2018 near Potomac, MD

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