Berma Road - Member Hike
| Hike Name: | Berma Road |
|---|---|
| Country: | United States |
| State: | Maryland |
| Nearby Town: | Silver Spring |
| Rating: |  |
| Directions: | http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=38.9818-77.2266&ie=UTF8&ll=38.982431,-77.226591&spn=0.007306,0.014334&z=16&iwloc=addr |
| Total Hike Distance: | 5.00 miles |
| Hike Difficulty: | Moderate |
| Permit Required: | No |
| Hike Type: | One-Way, Shuttle Hike |
| Hike Starts: | From Anglers |
| Hike Ends: | At Olmstead |
| Trails Used: | Long Trail |
| Backcountry Campsites: | No |
| Backcountry Water Sources: | Streams |
| Management: | Other |
| Contact Information: | Unknown |
| Best Season: | Summer |
| Users: | Hikers |
| Road Conditions: | Primary Paved Roads |
| Hike Summary: | This C&O Canal National Park carries many visitors, the Great Falls area more so than the rest. By noon on a beautiful spring or summer day the Towpath will be clogged with sightseers, hikers, runners, baby strollers, fishermen and bicyclists. Still, this is a worthwhile place to visit. We recommend that you get there early and avoid some of the crowds. Described here is a pretty easy 4 to 5 mile hike using a wide gravel road, some boardwalk and the towpath. It makes for an excellent family hike with tons of history and some very good views. To make the hike more challenging add the Billy Goat Trail – Section A. You’ll need good hiking boots for this part! (Again, dogs are not allowed on Billy Goat – A.) If you want something a little harder but a lot longer (12+ miles) add the Billy Goat Trail C and/or B Circuit. (Dogs allowed.) |
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