Welcome to the Mountain Club of Maryland

Our members lead hikes every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Other Club activities include backpacking, camping, canoe/kayak trips and trail work. Founded in 1934 to help build the Appalachian Trail, the Club is currently one of 31 clubs that maintain the AT for all to enjoy. Members also support trail work in Patapsco Valley State Park.

Sign up for the June 14 and June 18 AT Maintenance

A trail surrounded by grass and tall trees on either side

Upcoming Hikes

We hike year-round in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. Some hikes and other outdoor activities reach into southern New Jersey and Delaware. Trips are rated by distance and difficulty, and are led by experienced leaders.

See below for a sample of three upcoming hikes.
Click on “view all hikes” for many more!

Upcoming Hikes

Sunday
June 15, 2025 | 9:00AM
LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR, MERRYMAN TRAIL AREA – 7M+
7.0 Miles, Moderate Plus Difficulty
Hike Leader: Ann Roberts
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Sunday
June 15, 2025 | 9:00AM
FREDERICK MUNICIPAL FOREST – 12H
12.0 Miles, Hard Difficulty
Hike Leader: Bill Saunders
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Tuesday
June 17, 2025 | 9:30AM
SHORT BIKE RIDE IN COLUMBIA – 8.5M
8.5 Miles, Moderate Difficulty
Hike Leader: Ed Warner
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