Are dogs allowed on Catoctin Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Catoctin Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Catoctin Trail?

No, Catoctin Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Catoctin Trail?

Catoctin Trail is rated difficult. It is 10.7 miles long with 2,792 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See Maryland trail conditions

DifficultPoint to Point

Maryland

Catoctin Trail

Sabillasville, Maryland

10.7 mi

Distance

2,792 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 49m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Catoctin National Recreation Trail is a 26.6 mi (42.4 km) hiking trail that traverses federal, state, and municipal woodlands along the northern half of Catoctin Mountain in Frederick County in central Maryland, USA. The hilly terrain is typical of western Maryland with large sections canopied under dense forest cover.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:157 ft

Max:543 ft

851 ft

533 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.