30-60 MinutesFee applies
Birdwatching - Brown's Farm Trail
Catoctin Mountain Park
Birds can be observed throughout the entire park, but the secluded nature of the west side makes it ideal for birdwatching.
The hardwood forest and stream environment provides excellent habitat for many species of birds. Over 200 species are thought to occur in the park during some part of the year, including the wild turkey, which started to reoccupy its old habitat in the 1960's. The pileated woodpecker is also abundant in the park due to the vast expanse of hardwood forest that this bird requires to live. The Brown's Farm Trail is an excellent location to see birds in multiple habitats, all easily accessible from a short, easy hike.
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Duration
30-60 Minutes
Fees
Admission to the park is FREE, but for those who qualify, Senior Passes, Military Passes, Access Passes, and Every Kid in a Park passes are available at the visitor center.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
The Brown's Farm Trail is not wheelchair accessible.
Pets
Yes — If you hike with your pet in Catoctin Mountain Park, it must be on a leash 6 feet or less. This is to protect you, your dog and the wildlife and plants in the park. To be safe, you need to walk, not run, because there are tree roots and rocks on the trails and someone could get hurt if he/she goes too quickly.
Reservations
No
Location
Brown's Farm Trail