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Over the top of the hill!

Walking up to the top of the hill in the midst of Summer is breath-taking moment for all of us with... read more

Reviewed 3 October 2022
zamthanl
Great views of the surrounding area

We had an easy walk along the 8/10 mile path (about 18 minutes each way), and welcomed the good... read more

Reviewed 1 September 2022
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Ellicott City, Maryland
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Reviewed 29 August 2017

If you are a Lewis and Clark fan, this is a very interesting site. Lewis and Clark walked several hours out of their way in intense heat to see this spot, as they had heard the legend of the little people the Native Americans feared. Seaman, Lewis' Newfoundland dog, had to be returned to the expedition as they were concerned he was overheated and wouldn't make the rest of the trip. Make sure to have sturdy, athletic shoes as the walk, about 3/4 of a mile, is along a graveled path that spirals up the mound. Since there is no tree (shade) cover, if you have difficulty with heat or walking up a steep rise, there are a few benches for resting along the way. The place is well maintained with informational markers throughout the path. The view from the top of the mound is incredibly peaceful and moving. It is well worth visiting, but I wouldn't recommend it for wheelchair travel. The last part is quite steep with wooden ties to aid stability in climbing. The pinnacle is one of the few places positively known to be where Lewis and Clark stood on August 25, 1804.

Date of experience: August 2017
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Reviewed 10 July 2017 via mobile

Short easy walk, we live close by so we made a quick trip to the mound to take in the trail. We actually walked it twice in a little under an hour, so pretty and peaceful!

Date of experience: July 2017
Thank JulieViborgUSA
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Reviewed 6 July 2017

The geographic anomaly combined with the Lewis & Clark and Native American connection makes for a unique experience. On a breezy day, sound of the wind through the tall mixed prairie grasses sounds like falling water. Combined with the chirps and songs of insects and birds, it is a subtle yet mesmerizing journey. It is not a long or arduous hike, but it's more about enjoying the ambiance.

Date of experience: June 2017
Thank IchLiebeAngeln
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Reviewed 29 April 2017 via mobile

It is an okay little park. Displays what a natural prairie would look like. Good for a short visit to get somewhat of a taste of the outdoors.

Date of experience: April 2017
Thank WvuNick
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Reviewed 14 March 2017 via mobile

The view is quite nice and so is the trek to the top. It is a windy place so make sure you bring a jacket on a cold day. Since it is the highest place for miles around, it is a bit colder than at the base.

There are trails close to the base that you should check out as well, prairie grass and the like: reclaimed prairie lands.

Date of experience: October 2016
Thank BigChrisKenney
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