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Helmstetter’s Curve

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Helmstetter’s Curve

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Location: La Vale, Allegany County, Maryland, United States

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Helmstetter’s Curve is one of the most notable sections of the GAP. Located between Cumberland and Frostburg, the curve was built to help ease the gradients for trains trying to get up the steep slope. Now, it is a popular spot along the GAP for the great views it gives you as you gradually ascend the hills.

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