Quirauk Mountain, Mountain summit in Washington County, Maryland, United States
Quirauk Mountain is the highest summit of South Mountain in northeastern Washington County, Maryland. The peak sits at an elevation of 2,145 feet (655 m) above sea level.
The mountain once featured a fire lookout tower at its peak to monitor forest fires across the region. This observation post was a key part of early fire detection and response efforts.
The Department of Defense maintains Site C, an emergency relocation facility, at the mountain's summit, indicating its strategic importance.
Access to this mountain is limited since the summit area contains federal communications installations that are not open to the public. Visitors should be aware of these restrictions before planning a trip.
The summit is home to broadcast towers that transmit radio signals for stations serving the Hagerstown area. This infrastructure makes the mountain a key part of regional broadcasting networks.
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