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Industry on the Mountain: Charcoal Exhibit Trail

Catoctin Mountain Park

  • 20 - 45 minutes
  • 7 tour stops

Located at one of the numerous peaks of Catoctin Mountain, and approximately one mile north of the Visitor Center, the Charcoal Exhibit tells the story of how once the mountain belched smoke and was lit with seemingly ceaseless fires. This half mile hike is easily accessed from the Thurmont Vista Parking Area as well as from nearby hiking trails. Step back in history and learn of the history of the Charcoal Industry on Catoctin Mountain.

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