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Frederick Municipal Forest – Whiskey Springs Pond loop from Sand Flats Lot Parking Watershed

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United States

Maryland

Frederick County

Frederick Municipal Forest – Whiskey Springs Pond loop from Sand Flats Lot Parking Watershed

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15,398

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Frederick Municipal Forest – Whiskey Springs Pond loop from Sand Flats Lot Parking Watershed

01:55

19.9km

370m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Tips

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Frederick City Watershed

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.25 km

Ruins of the Old Fire Tower at Salamander Rock

Highlight • Monument

Salamander Rock is located right on the northwestern boundary of the Frederick City Watershed.

Near Salamander Rock are ruins of an old fire tower, built in an effort to address the destructive nature of local wildfires.

Tip by

3.55 km

Ruins of the Old Fire Lookout Station

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

As you venture along this trail, you'll discover remnants of the old fire lookout station, which was constructed in the 1930s. This station was part of a statewide effort to prevent and combat wildfires in the area.

Tip by

11.5 km

Frederick Municipal Forest

Highlight • Forest

The Frederick Municipal Forest is composed of a thick network of well-maintained trails: it is a truly a gem. It is also the perfect habitat for 22 threatened and endangered species.

Tip by

18.9 km

Whiskey Springs Pond

Highlight • Lake

The area is very solitary, featuring a peaceful and picturesque pond that was dug during the depression era to serve as a fire pond. While exploring, be vigilant for bears and other wildlife that may be present in the vicinity.

Tip by

19.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

7.95 km

477 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.04 km

7.45 km

3.87 km

533 m

Elevation

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Highest point (550 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Monday 8 June

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Ruins of the Old Fire Tower at Salamander Rock

Ruins of the Old Fire Lookout Station

Frederick Municipal Forest

Whiskey Springs Pond

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