One of a series of 9 Moderate Plus hikes on the Appalachian Trail across Maryland. An out and back hike of a total of 10 miles going south from US-40 through Washington Monument State Park to Turner's Gap at US Rt 40 Alternate South Mountain Inn). Total elevation gain is 2,200 feet; with the longest climb of 500 feet, over .5 mile. Pace averages 2.0-2.5 miles per hour.