Lambs Knoll

Lambs Knoll is a mountain summit in Frederick County that rises to 1,758 feet (536 meters) on South Mountain. The peak marks where a narrow ridge transitions into a broad highland plateau, creating a distinctive landscape feature along the hiking route.

The Civilian Conservation Corps built an 80-foot fire tower on the summit in 1934, incorporating a 60-foot structure from Thayersville. These towers were part of a wider effort to protect forests across the Appalachian region during that era.

The summit bears the name of Milton and Mary Lamb, farmers who worked the land during the 1830s before the area gained recognition.

The summit is reachable via the Appalachian Trail with parking available at Reno Monument Road near Fox's Gap. Visitors should prepare for uneven terrain and changing weather conditions when planning their hike to this location.

The location once served as a Federal military microwave communications facility, indicating its strategic importance beyond a simple hiking destination. The original fire tower now stands behind protective fencing, marking this lesser-known chapter of its past.

Location: Maryland

GPS coordinates: 39.44833,-77.62687

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:45