North Frederick Overlook – Gambrill State Park loop from Gambrill State Park

North Frederick Overlook – Gambrill State Park loop from Gambrill State Park

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North Frederick Overlook – Gambrill State Park loop from Gambrill State Park

02:53

48.7km

810m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 1.92 km for 181 m

After 3.05 km for 681 m

After 32.6 km for 2.22 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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991 m

High Knob

Highlight • Summit

High Knob is the highest point in the Gambrill State Park. It's a great place to stop and catch your breath on a run, where you can enjoy views stretching across Frederick and Middletown.

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1.97 km

North Frederick Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Gambrill State Park's North Frederick Overlook is a little-known point that gives incredible views east of Catoctin Mountain.

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2.67 km

Gambrill State Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Gambrill State Park is situated on Catoctin Mountain outside Frederick. The park is renowned for its spectacular views of the surrounding area, as well as its hiking and biking trails.

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3.39 km

There's so much going on in this park! You can hike, mountain bike or ride a horse, and look out for three stone-walled overlooks. There's also a small, seasonal campground, a handful of camping cabins, and picnic shelters for rent.

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4.84 km

Gambrill State Park

Highlight • Forest

Gambrill State Park is situated on Catoctin Mountain outside Frederick. The park is renowned for its spectacular views of the surrounding area, as well as its hiking and biking trails.

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48.7 km

End point

Parking

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