This loop hike will begin in Caledonia State Park, PA and hike along the Appalachian Trail, Locust Gap Trail, and Wigwam Trail in Michaux State Forest. We will pass the Quarry Gap Shelter and its rhododendron “tunnel.” There are two steep climbs and several moderate stream crossings. The estimated total ascent is 1700 feet. Please […]
There are many beautiful trails and meadows, including along Antietam Creek, along with historical markers and monuments commemorating this pivotal Civil War battle. We will be hiking rather than stopping to read the signs, but feel free to stay afterwards to drive or bike to more sights. Bring your National Parks Pass if you have […]
This 6.5-mile hike will allow us to explore this lesser-known state park north of Bel Air in Harford County. We will hike the Hornbeam, Iron Works, and Flint Mill trails. Our route will wind through open fields and forests, and along Deer Creek, where we will see the remains of the Husband Flint Mill furnaces. […]
This hike of 7.5 miles will start in the parking lot off Trotter Rd in Clarksville, MD. We will be accessing the Wildlife loop, continuing towards the meadow via the Connector trail. Continuing to the South Wind Circle trail including several small loops within loops to access the entire park. There will be no stream […]
Join us on a hike of about 13 miles on the Catoctin Trail starting from the Manor Area and hiking to Cunningham Falls. Lunch will be at the falls before we turn around and return the Manor area. The hike includes a 1250 ft climb over 1.75 miles, an average of 16% grade to the […]
We will bike 9 miles starting at Parkton, MD & go to New Freedom, PA, a gradual 3% rise. We will eat lunch at an Italian Restaurant in New Freedom. The bike back is fast as it is mostly down hill, but we will stop at the BeeTree Preserve, a hiking area owned by a […]
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. Recommended: Hiking Poles
We will hike the rolling hills of Oregon Ridge park. There will be a few stream crossings. Hiking poles are recommended. 10 min snack break at halfway. Pace:2- 2.5 mph. Elevation gain about 900 ft.
Starting from Skyline Drive, hike the AT and Bluff Trail with a side trip to Big Devil’s Overlook in Shenandoah National Park. Lookout points from North and South Marshall Mountains, and Big Devil’s Overlook. Some minor stream crossings.
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 the river with interesting mix of terrain. Several stream crossings with a number of small waterfalls, and less than 400 feet of elevation. There will […]
Join us as we explore the northwestern side of Prettyboy Reservoir with many hills and several stream crossings. 150 Ft of elevation per mile. Many great water views and an interesting venture into a stream gorge with a small waterfall between two huge boulders that dump into a swimming hole that dates back 100+ years. […]
This 10-11 mile hike starts at Hamburg Road and follows trails in the southern part of Frederick Municipal Forest (including the Volkswagen Trail) and in the northern part of Gambrill State Park. The hike includes one or two hard uphill sections of 700+ feet over one-mile sections of trail. Please indicate whether you plan to […]
Join us on this 11 mile Patapsco Valley State Park hike in Baltimore County. The hike has numerous minor stream crossings, 1500' of ascent, a blend of earthen and rocky trails, and ample exposure to forests, open fields and the river. Our pace while hiking will average 2.5 - 3.0 mph. There will be a […]
Hike along Otter Creek and enjoy beautiful scenery with interesting rock formations. Hike up to Urey Overlook for a view of the Susquehanna River.
This hike will take us in the direction of Daniels and then back on the Main Line Path by the river. Parts of this 7- 8 mile hike are hilly with some stream crossings. Other parts of the hike are flat on the Main Line Path by the river. The pace will be between 2.25 […]
This 10am hike has marsh, beach, woods and great views. After crossing the Bay Bridge, take the 1st exit and turn left on MD-8. In 0.4 miles, turn right on MD-18 (Main St.) and in 0.2 miles, turn left on Old Love Point Road. In 0.6 miles, turn right into the 1st entrance to Old […]
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 loop hike will use trails in the Jug Bay Natural Resources Area of Patuxent River Park in Upper Marlboro. Much of the hike will be on wooded trails with mild rolling hills, but there will be several miles of trail near the marshlands, and we will visit several observation decks and towers that offer […]
This hike will cover all of the blazed trails at Soldiers Delight Natural Environmental Area and will include a mixture of trails through serpentine barrens, fields, and wooded areas. There are a couple easy stream crossings and no significant hills (total elevation < 700 feet). Some areas may be muddy, especially if recent rain. We […]
Join us on this 12 mile out-and-back hike in Frederick County. This hike celebrates the Thurston Griggs Trail (TGT), named in honor of one of our revered Club members and two-time MCM past president. The TGT is a rugged 0.9 mile trail that crisscrosses a small and easily crossed stream while ascending 650 feet until […]
