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Scott's Run Falls – Stubblefield Falls Overlook loop from Scott's Run Nature Preserve

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Scott's Run Falls – Stubblefield Falls Overlook loop from Scott's Run Nature Preserve

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Scott's Run Falls – Stubblefield Falls Overlook loop from Scott's Run Nature Preserve

01:03

3.77km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

62 m

Scott's Run Nature Preserve Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Big parking lot for Scott's Run. Holds about 30-40 cars. Can get extremely busy on weekend with good weather as of 9am onwards.

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2

527 m

Scott's Run Stream Crossing

Highlight • Bridge

One of two crossings over the Scott's Run stream. Can be easily achieved due to the concrete stumps which allows the hikers to step on. No special footwear required.

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3

1.24 km

Scott's Run Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Scott's Run waterfall into the Potomac. Best visited early in the mornings if solitude is preferred. Gets heavily overrun in the summer by a lot of people sun bathing, picnicking …

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4

1.98 km

The Saddle Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Saddle Rock is called this way as the best way to cross it is by pretending to get into a saddle. Left foot on the little step carved out …

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5

2.06 km

Stubblefield Falls Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great overlook over the Potomac (upstream). Two trails go past here, so the overlook is frequently visited by other hikers.

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B

3.77 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.68 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.04 km

1.46 km

223 m

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