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Weverton Cliffs (Fall Foliage Hike)

By Sven Bannuscher · Originally published 2014-10-25

Preserved from the original photography journal. This account reflects the visit in 2014; it is not current trail or access guidance. Select a photograph to open its portfolio page.

The Weverton Cliffs are a 750 foot high overlook on South Mountain in Gathland State Park (Maryland), which is part of the Appalachian Trail. The cliffs overlook the Potomac River and the nearby mountains and valleys. The hike is approximately one mile with some steep and rocky inclines.

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Weverton Cliffs (Fall Foliage Hike) — photograph 1 · View photograph

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Weverton Cliffs (Fall Foliage Hike) — photograph 9 · View photograph

The hike is fairly easy due to its short distance of about a mile one way, however, the trail itself ranges in level of difficulty from very easy to moderate, as you can see from the impressions below...

Weverton Cliffs (Fall Foliage Hike) — photograph 10 · View photograph

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Weverton Cliffs (Fall Foliage Hike) — photograph 13 · View photograph

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