This figure-eight hike starts at Drexel Woods Drive in Baltimore County, hikes south of the Route 40 bridge, and then loops around on several trails before heading north again. We will climb to the Pickall pavilions area before looping back down to the river and returning to the starting point. The estimated ascent is 1100 […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2, this hike), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3, this hike), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Join us as we traipse through miles of beautiful mountain laurels in bloom! We will start out along the Long Pine Run Reservoir on the Beaver trail, then climb the Rocky Knob trail up to and through the mountain laurels. We’ll have lunch at the Birch Run shelter on the AT, then back to Rocky […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4, this hike), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Hike mostly shaded trails in CVP and Loch Raven Reservoir. Several stream crossings and some hills. We will walk at a slow/moderate pace and will stop for lunch along the way.
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5, this hike), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6, this hike). Sign up for as many […]
Join us on a 9-mile circuitous hike from the Pickall Area, Pavilion 708. The hike has a few stream crossings and several steep, but relatively short climbs with an elevation gain of approximately 900 feet. We will take a lunch break. Pace averages 2 to 2.5 mph.
This hike will take in many of the trails in the Pickall Area of PVSP including the Pickall Trail, the Mill Race Trail, and the Rockhaven Trail. There are a couple stream crossings and a total elevation gain of approx. 1000 feet. The hiking pace will be 2.75 to 3.0 mph. Plan for lunch along […]
From our picnic pavilion we head northwest on the School’s Out Trail and loop around on the Festivus Trail, then down to the Patapsco across a stream under Rt. 40 up a steep hill to the Rockhaven trail, then New Rocks Trail, and back down to the river and return. There will be a 20 […]
Young dogs, old dogs, wild and crazy dogs, shy dogs. Well – trained, not so well- trained dogs. Easy going or grouchy, big or little. We accept all dogs, and humans, of these descriptions. Once we start moving, WE ARE A PACK! Please bring snacks and water for you and the dog. No dog? Well, […]
Meet at the Pinnacle Overlook parking lot for a beautiful view of the Susquehanna River to start out our day. Hike down to Kelly’s Run for a magical hike along a tributary stream; three stream crossings and a rock scramble included with some short steep climbs, about 1000 ft elevation change. There are lots of […]
This 10-11 mile loop hike in Patapsco Valley State Park will use trails in the Hilton area (including Santee Branch, Buzzard Rocks and Grist Mill Trails) plus the Ridge Trail and Cascade Train in the Avalon area. There are several moderate stream crossings (you may want to bring hiking poles for the crossings) and an […]
This 13-14 mile loop hike will start at the Hamburg Road parking lot, hike north through Sand Flats to the Salamander Rock Trail, then return using the Iceberg and Death March trails with a stop at the Babbling Rocks. The estimated total ascent is 1900 feet and there will be several routine stream crossings. Our […]
This is the second of a perimeter circuit hike series in Patapsco Valley State Park. There are numerous hills and three stream crossings. The hiking pace will be 2-2.5 mph.
This hike on Wednesday April 10 in Patapsco Valley State Park will start at a trail head in the Woodstock parking lot across the street from the Woodstock Inn. This 7+ mile hike is hilly with 780 feet of elevation. There are several stream crossings so hiking poles would be helpful. My pace will be […]
Due to the MCM picnic being on the first Saturday in June, this hike will take place on the second Saturday. This “2nd Saturday of the Month” Appalachian Trail hike offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average of 3.0 mph or better over 15 to 20+ miles. The hike has intermediate “distance/ascent” […]
Annapolis Rocks is one of the most popular hikes in Maryland. The trail head for this hike is at the parking lot in Washington Monument State Park. We will hike north on the Appalachian Trail and stop for lunch at the Annapolis Rocks scenic overlook. There are several long hills along the trail. The hiking […]
We begin at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church on Old Court Road following the trail past what was Woodstock College and down to the Patapsco, then turn east under Old Court Rd. and up through the hills to the north of the river on a wide loop and back along the river. Several stream crossings, some […]
This will be a somewhat fast-paced hike, walking like we're in a hurry to get somewhere for the entire hike. We will be finished by noon, so you will have the rest of the day to "get things done!" Join us for a fun time and a good workout!
This 11-12 mile loop hike in Frederick County will depart from Hamburg Rd. will take place partly on the Catoctin Trail and partly on other trails and paths that network this forest. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 2.73 mph. Please indicate whether you plan to meet at the trailhead or carpool.
We'll be hiking on ridge lines, by the river and streams making figure eights up and down the trails. A few 10' wide stream crossings and about 1000 ft elevation. The hiking pace will be 2.0-2.5 mph.
Starting at the main Tracey Store Road (CCC) parking area, we will head left on the Prettyboy trail, eventually taking a combination of fire roads and scratch trails to loop back down to the reservoir and the Prettyboy Trail back to the parking lot. Options to finish hike at 7 miles or to continue on […]
This hike begins at the Avalon Area Orange Grove parking lot, ascends to the Ridge Trail, descends to the footbridge, crosses the footbridge, ascends to the Santee Branch Trail, descends to Lost Lake, and crosses back to the parking lot. Needless to say, we will be doing some ascending, descending, and crossing. Pace averages 2.5 […]
In the morning, we’ll have a steep hike to the top of Neighbor Mountain. We’ll then follow the AT to Elkwallow for lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll return along Jeremy’s Run, crossing the stream 14 times, with many opportunities to get wet. Elevation gain is approximately 2,800 feet.
Oregon Ridge offers wonderful hiking trails and wooded scenery near Hunt Valley. This hike will consist of a series of loops on a hilly course, with a total elevation gain of about 900 feet, as we take in all the marked trails in the park. There will be four stream crossings and a snack break […]
All flat trails through woods. Wear hiking boots and bring sticks in case it’s “marshy”. Meet at 10 AM. Bring lunch for stop the trail. Come early to see the Nature Center exhibits - many interesting critters inside and birds outside.
This 11-12 mile hike starts at the Woodstock Road parking area next to the bridge, then goes south on the Baltimore County side of the Patapsco River. We will hike all the way to the Alberton Trail and view the ruins of the old Guilford community, then return to the starting point. The total ascent […]
Young dogs, old dogs, wild and crazy dogs, shy dogs. Well – trained, not so well- trained dogs. Easy going or grouchy, big or little. We accept all dogs, and humans, of these descriptions. Once we start moving, WE ARE A PACK! Please bring snacks and water for you and the dog. No dog? Well, […]
An out-and-back hike along the Pennsylvania AT from Pen Mar Park north over Mount Dunlop to the Old Forge Picnic Area. Start by descending into Falls Creek Valley, cross the bridged creek and then immediately climb to the top of Mount Dunlop. Proceed across undulating terrain then descend into Antietam Creek Valley for lunch, then […]
Join us on a nearly 8 mile lollipop shaped hike along the trails south of Little Bennett Creek. There are some hills and some minor stream crossings. Leave from the Howard County Fairgrounds at 9:00 to carpool to trailhead. Carpool cost $5.00. Directions to Ho Co Fairgrounds: Rt. 70 to exit 80, RT. 32. Go […]
This 5-mile hike begins at the parking lot on Belair Rd. just after crossing the bridge (6.3 miles from the beltway). We will hike under the road to the Wildlands Trail, then follow it to the Stocksdale Trail, and then to the Sweathouse Branch Trail, at the end of which we will take a short […]
This “lollipop” hike begins on what used to be Dolfield Road and wanders through a quiet valley surrounded by development. We eventually enter Soldiers Delight, take a loop trail through the park and return the way we came. Pace 2.5 mph. Paved surface while on the abandoned roadway, then some hilly, rocky areas, minor stream […]
This out and back hike travels north from Gathland State Park on the A.T. to White Rock overlook and on to lunch at Rocky Run Shelter, then returns. There are two very long uphill sections, one in the morning and one after lunch. Total elevation gain is about 2000 ft. Our pace while hiking will […]
Hike the flat trails of this historic and scenic wooded area along the shoreline of the Chesapeake Bay. View the remains of the turn of the century amusement park such as the 1,000-foot Bayshore Pier, Trolley station and Fountain. While on the trails, you may see wildlife in their protected habitat. Waterproof footwear advised and […]
This "1st Saturday of the Month" Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has-beens and Wannabees (or for those who just want a pleasant Saturday outing) offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average approaching 3.0 mph or better over 12 to 20 miles. The hike has intermediate "distance/ascent" targets, so you can both track […]
Join us on a 9-mile hike in the highland area of the Loch Raven watershed as we follow a zig-zag route to the back side of the dam. There are several vistas of the reservoir along the hilly course. Elevation gain is approx. 1300 feet. The hiking pace will be 2.5 to 3.0 mph. Snack […]
This hike begins at the Avalon Area Orange Grove parking lot, follows the Cascade, and other trails weaving through the Howard County hills south of the Patapsco. We cross the footbridge past the old Bloede Dam site and up into the hills on the Baltimore County side. We descend to cross the second footbridge over […]
