Historic National Road & Big Savage Mountain
America's first federally funded highway crossing the Allegheny Front. Climbs dramatically up Big Savage Mountain with sweeping curves and hairpin ascents, offering vistas of Cumberland Narrows, historic stone taverns, and the 1813 Casselman River Bridge.
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Dramatic 19th-century mountain water gap where the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers roar together through towering slate cliffs. A timeless historic enclave filled with Civil War lore, John Brown's fort, and red-brick armory buildings nestled in the shadow of Maryland Heights.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Historic National Road & Big Savage Mountain? ▼
Historic National Road & Big Savage Mountain spans 25.5 miles and packs approximately 85 curves (3.3 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 640 ft - 2,880 ft (Big Savage Mountain Summit) and technical rating 7/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Cumberland, MD (Latitude 39.6529, Longitude -78.7625) and finishes at Grantsville / Keysers Ridge, MD (Latitude 39.697, Longitude -79.2558).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.