This park in an interesting find in the suburbs of Annapolis, MD. We will meander around a Dam and water reservoir. We will be doing 3 loops within the park which include the Solar, Woodland and Housley loops. There is also an interesting solar panel display about 3/4 of the way into the hike. I […]
This hike in Carroll County is on fire roads and foot paths through wooded areas with lots of water views. Expect about 1000 ft of elevation change. There are no stream crossings. Our moving pace will be about 2.25-2.5 mph, but we will be stopping to admire and identify the spring ephemerals that we see.
Starting at Gathland State Park, a short loop to Crampton Gap Shelter back to Gathland, and then continue south to Weverton Cliffs overlook for lunch, then return. Approximately 12 miles an elevation gain of about 2000 ft. Our pace while hiking will average 2.25 (uphills) -2.75 MPH.
Hike the North Point Loop Trail along the Susquehanna River beginning at the Lock House Museum. The hike continues through the town of Havre de Grace to view murals, the Concord Point Lighthouse and Tydings Park.
Rescheduled from May 6 Join us as we hike at the top of the Reservoir on the Gunpowder River, this is a 3 loop hike. After going to the graveyard that dates back to the 1700s we will go to the cave on the north side, flashlight recommended and go to the Betty’s Run waterfall. […]
Hike on Pond Run Trail crossing stream a total of 9 times to overlook at Half Moon Lookout, and White Rocks. Specatular views of Trout Run Valley between Mill Mountain and Long Mountain. Elevation gain is approximately 1,800 feet.
Hike along Howard County Thru Trail, cross Marriottsville Rd, go past McKeldin Falls, cross the Patapsco River, and return on the Switch Back trail. Only challenging stream crossing can be crossing the Patapsco depending on the flow of the river. Incline minimal
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 11-12 mile lollypop hike is the third in a series of 5 hikes that will cover the entire Catoctin Trail (CT) ) in a northbound direction. We will start at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park, then follow the CT south for several miles. After a stop at the White Rock overlook, […]
This lollipop hike starts at the Manor Area parking area of Cunningham Falls State Park and follows the Catoctin Trail south into Cunningham Falls State Park and Frederick Municipal Forest. There will be stops at White Rock overlook and Mountaindale Overlook, with a pleasant stretch along the Vandal Trail and Little Fishing Creek. Several long […]
Hike upstream through woods along Gunpowder Falls to Stockdale Trail (BLUE) to Red Trail to Orange Trail, hiking along the upper ridge (flat after slight hill climb at first) This is a loop hike.
Join us for this hike in the Patuxent River State Park as hike along both sides of the river with a couple good views of the Patuxent River. Mostly rolling hills with only one major stream crossing which may require poles. Leave from the Howard County Fairgrounds at 9:30 to carpool to trailhead. NOTE: Trailhead […]
Join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026 for the Hike Across Maryland (HAM) on the Appalachian Trail (AT). We will once again hike the AT starting at Pen Mar (MD/PA line) to Harpers Ferry in one day. The distance is about 41 miles over rocky and rough trails with several significant climbs. Serious Hikers: This hike […]
This figure-eight hikes uses trails 5, 6, and 7 in the woods near Lake Redman in the York, PA watershed, with some hills and occasional views of the lake. We will hike at a pace of about 2.5 – 2.7 mph and have lunch overlooking the lake. The total elevation change is approximately 1600 feet. […]
Join us on this 12 mile hike in Howard and Baltimore Counties. The hike has numerous stream crossings (a couple where poles are recommended), some sections of rugged trail, exposure to open fields as well as deep forest, and about 1500 feet of ascent. Our pace while hiking will average 2.5 - 3.0 mph and […]
Hike time updated to 9:30AM An out and back hike of a total of 10.5 miles going north from Gathland State Park to White Rock overlook and on to lunch at Rocky Run Shelter. Total elevation gain is about 2000 ft. Our pace while hiking will average 2.0-2.5 MPH.
The trail travels down toward the Patapsco, and turns east through the hills to the south of the river, then down to Daniels Dam for a 20 minute lunch and then back along the river and through the hills on our return. Pace 2.5 mph. A number of stream crossings, some hilly terrain. LEAVE 9 […]
Starting from the Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, we will briefly stop to see the spring flowers, then take the Northwest Branch Trail along the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River, returning on the Copperhead Run to the Fall Line Trail for lunch and then the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail, where she wrote Silent Spring. Elevation […]
NOTE: This hike is replacing the White Clay Creek State Park hike which I will probably reschedule in the winter when there is no parking fee. Join us as we explore this former Boy Scout camp! The land was originally owned by Mahlon Haines, nicknamed the Shoe Wizard, who donated the property to the Boy […]
This hike will leave from the Hollofield area of Patapsco Valley State Park and cover trails in the Hollofield / Daniels area. We will hike at a pace of 2.5-2.5 MPH.
