Walking through the forest and across streams on Sugarloaf mountain is a most enjoyable way to spend an afternoon in the Washington DC area. The views of the surrounding Maryland countryside are lovely though once the leaves fully emerge it may be difficult to see through all the trees outside of the official viewing spots. We had an 8 year... More

Fun, easy hike to the top. Plenty of shade so it is not too hot in summer days. Creeks and other water available for dogs. View from the top is pretty decent as this is the highest site in this part of the county. People that you meet along the way are usually friendly. Takes about 2 hours to go... More

We've enjoyed a hike up the mountain very much. The best part is that there're many ways up for just about every fitness level. You can go up the stairs or you can follow a gentle incline around the mountain, or you can park at the very bottom of the hill and walk all the way up. The view from... More

Great place to hike with multiple trails and various lengths/difficulty. Parking is easy as well. It is privately owned but free for all.

We are lucky to live so close to Sugarloaf. When the weather is nice, it's a great place to spend the afternoon and our dogs love to join us.

Very quiet and private on weekdays, jammed and busy on weekends. We are there twice a week to walk on the mountain and picnic during the warmer months.

i grew up next to that mountain and have been ther over a hundered times. Hiking and Biking. Great get away and so close to DC for you city people looking for a change of view.

You park up at a good altitude so avoid much of the ascent. We walked the blue marked loop trail (5 miles) in about 3h 30m with stops for photos and sandwiches. Did it on a Friday in November and saw very few other people. It was after leaf fall which aids the views as this is a forest trail.... More

For walking around in the countryside. Located by Comus and Barnesville. I like it for the scenery and you can make a family field trip out of it.