This “1st Saturday of the Month” Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has-beens and Wannabes offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average (MPA) approaching 3.0 mph or better […]
Our hike begins where Providence Road enters the Loch Raven watershed. We head through the hilly woods to the east past some secluded coves, then loop west along the water […]
This loop hike will start at Hamburg Road parking area and hike various trails in the area. The estimated total ascent is 1100 feet and there will be several routine […]
This is an out and back hike along Little Gunpowder Falls, with to a loop to the Waterfalls and view of two waterfalls. Some minor stream crossings and mostly flat […]
This hike will take in many of the trails in the Pickall Area of PVSP including the Pickall Trail, and the Mill Race Trail, and the Rockhaven Trail. There are […]
Join us on a 9-mile circuitous hike from the Pickall Area. The hike has a few stream crossings and several steep, but relatively short climbs with an elevation gain of […]
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 […]
Enjoy 5 miles at a 2 to 2 1/4 mph pace. Part of the hike is out and back, part is a circuit, some flat sections, rocks scattered throughout. There […]
This trail is accessed at the Prescott Horse Trailer area along Little Bennet Golf Course. This trail is rolling and scenic with no major water crossing. We will begin on […]
This is a scenic and relatively easy forest hike along the shore of the Loch Raven Reservoir. You’ll pass many awesome viewpoints where you can get great views of the […]
Starting at the trailhead parking we will begin by taking a short trail to Wind Cave (note: hike leader is not planning to enter the caves). We will pick up […]
Length: 15 miles; Elevation gain: approximately 3,500 ft. Hike in the Hazel Country area of SNP on several trails including the Hannah Run Trail and White Rocks Trail. We'll visit […]
From Belair Road, we start along the Gunpowder looping east north of the river, then turn west along the river past Belair Road, and north through the wooded hills above […]
Wooded and paved trails, beautiful manicured gardens (including Aquatic Garden, Butterfly Garden, Rose Garden, Japanese Style Garden with cherry blossoms, and sculptures) and a nice pond and natural area in […]
This 8.5 – 9 mile hike starts at the parking lot in Washington Monument State Park. We will first hike north the short distance to the Monument to enjoy the […]
This 12-mile loop starting from the Upper Parking Lot in Gambrills State Park and following the Catoctin Trail. After lunch near a pond, we will return via the Power Line […]
This trail is accessed at the Prescott Horse Trailer area along Little Bennet Golf Course. This trail is rolling and scenic with no major water crossing. We will begin on […]
Hike through tidal marshes and forests on flat, sometimes “marshy” trails. Bring lunch for a stop along the trail. Come early to visit the interactive Nature Center.
Robertson Mountain near Sperryville, VA. 2700 feet of elevation over 10 strenuous miles. Join us in one of the most Spectacular Views of the Shenandoah Valley. We will follow the […]
This hike will take in many trails in the Avalon and Hilton Area of PVSP including Santee Branch, Grist Mill, Bloede Dam, Garrett’s Pass, Ridge, Valley View, Morning Choice and […]
