Explore the Old (& Very Old) Jug Bridges of Frederick + Airport Breakfast

Explore the historical Jug bridge spanning the Monocacy River, east of downtown Frederick! After short stroll on the abandoned US HWY40 (now state route 144) we venture onto the bridge. The new, car bridge can be seen to the south while the old, old bridge (yes, there's 3 total) is opposite; all that remains of the original bridge though are two Abutments.

Once enjoying views at the top, we descend to the bottom of the bridge via a short but STEEP SLOPE, with the possible assistance of a rope. An up close inspection to one of the Abutments follow. There is also a small, pebbly beach if the flow of the Monocacy is low-- perhaps better as a Summer swim hole.

Finally, we meander back to trailhead parking lot, with an optional nearby drive to the physical Jug Monument (pictured) and/or Breakfast @Airways Inn of Frederick.

NOTES:
1. Accessing the bottom of the bridge may be slippery.
2. Meet Spot is @ Graffitied roadblocks to the East of the Park & Ride Car lot (see uploaded photo).