Catoctin Overlook
Light
This overlook faces sunset — 30° off square to it.
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:20 | 19:28 | 18:53 |
| June solstice | 05:54 | 20:42 | 20:03 |
| September equinox | 07:04 | 19:14 | 18:40 |
| December solstice | 07:29 | 17:00 | 16:19 |
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Where it is
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How high is Catoctin Overlook?
Catoctin Overlook sits at about 3,072 feet (936 m).
Is Catoctin Overlook better at sunrise or sunset?
Sunset. The land falls away from Catoctin Overlook toward the sunset, so at sunrise the light is behind you. Exact times shift through the year; the page shows the current window.
What is the next lookout after Catoctin Overlook?
3 Ridges Mountain Overlook is the next surfaced lookout along the same route after Catoctin Overlook.
A scenic overlook on Blue Ridge Parkway, reported by OpenStreetMap.
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