Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25, this hike), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26), Mt Eisenhower […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26, this hike), Mt Eisenhower […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26), Mt Eisenhower (Sep. 27, […]
Easy 5 hike on mostly flat trails. Some in woods and some paved. This is a waterfront park where those who want to walk less can have options. Park gate […]
This 5.6-mile Baltimore County hike skirts the Granite Quarry area of the Patapsco Valley State Park. The hike is less demanding than the typical weekend hike since the distance is […]
Registration Required. This hike on the east side of Prettyboy begins on Parsonage Road at Frog Hollow (a river/marsh that feeds into the reservoir) and crosses Spooks Hill Road to […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26), Mt Eisenhower (Sep. 27), […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26), Mt Eisenhower (Sep. 27), […]
For those of you who have an interest in participating in the Half-HAM this year, whether as a hiker or a volunteer, please be aware that the 2023 event has […]
This hike starts at the Richard Nixon Nature Center and hikes trails in the woods surrounding Lake Williams (which is drained at this time due to work on the dam) […]
Hike in Lancaster county, Pennsylvania. Trail runs in wooded area and open fields. Out and back. Featuring: Two giant Turkey Hill dairy windmills, an observation deck with a scenic vista […]
This 12-13 mile loop hike will start at the Hamburg Road parking lot and hike north and return to the starting point using a combination of trails include the Catoctin […]
Second in the Moderate Plus AT series. An out and back along the Appalachian Trail for a total of 11 miles going north from Wolfsville Road (MD-17) to Raven Rock […]
Explore the area between Prettyboy Reservoir and I-83 via the Mingo Forks, Bunker Hill, Gunpowder South and Highland trails at a moderate pace. No carpool — we start hiking from […]
This hike will combine nature treks with a walk through the neighborhood of Roland Park (not Lake Roland, but not far away), which features Olmsted-designed footpaths that wind their way […]
Come and enjoy a moderately easy hike in the Catoctin Mountains near Thurmont, MD. This loop hike will follow the Cat Rock Trail to the Catoctin Blue Trail, down Bob’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
This loop hike in Patapsco Valley State Park will use trails in the Hilton area. Several moderate stream crossings (consider bringing hiking poles for the crossings), estimated total ascent of […]
An out and back along the Appalachian Trail for a total of 11 miles going north from Wolfsville Road (MD-17) to Raven Rock Shelter. Total elevation is about 2,400′ with […]
This hike will explore sections of Liberty Reservoir, both north and south of Liberty RD, in Carroll County. Our pace while hiking will be about 2.5 mph. About 600 ft […]
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 view of the […]
We will hike the Gunpowder River upstream and later downstream from the traditional Hemlock Gorge section, but not the gorge itself. There will be views of beaver activity, remnants of […]
This will be a low daily mileage, 2mph pace backpack on a moderate trail through a deciduous forest and a highland bog. Some stream crossings and a few moderate climbs. […]
Join us on an 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 […]
Two days of hiking – 4 Hikes: 1 Hard, 1 Moderate on each day. It’s not too early to think about fall foliage hiking in Shenandoah National Park—particularly if you […]
Startings at the Big Meadows Wayside, we walk the Rapidan Fire Road, then head downhill on the Mill Prong Horse Trail. We pass Big Rock Falls on the way to […]
An 8.3 mile circuit hike starting at the Cedar Run Trailhead, in the Hawksbill Loop Parking. Hike will include walking the Cedar Run Trail and the Whiteoak Canyon past the […]
Starting from the Old Rag Mountain Fee & Information Station, we'll walk the Weakly Hollow Fire Road to the Robertson Mountain Trail. We'll then have a steep climb to the […]
We'll start with trails on the north side of the Patapsco River, cross back over the swinging bridge, have lunch at Cascade Falls, then return via the Ridge Trail. Distance […]
The moderate hike is a lollipop-shaped hike starting and ending in front of the Skyland Lodging Office. We will get on the AT and proceed south to Hawksbill Gap. From […]
This hike will start at the northern trailhead in Belair, just behind Independent Brewing Company, and go south to Annie's Playground. The trail is mostly along stream valley open space […]
All flat nature trail, small beach, paved roads.Tour waterfront and farm community. Bring lunch for stop at waterfront. 10 AM start. Leader Deanna Phelps, dlphelps1946@yahoo.com; 410-335-2266 before 10 PM; or […]
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will […]
Join us on this lollipop hike that traverse the Prettyboy Trail along the water 80% of the time, beginning on Georges Creek and then to the wider and open portions […]
In and out hike along wooded trails some along the falls and some on Jesse’s trail. We will leave from Harford Rd, cross Belair Rd and go a short distance […]
This 13-mile hike will start at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park. We will follow the Catoctin Trail south for several miles, stop at the White Rock overlook, […]
This hike along the Patapsco River is in Howard County between Marriottsville Road and Sykesville. We will visit the O'Neal family farm which comprises a stone house foundation, a log […]
Hike from Avalon parking lot over Ridge Trail, then Morning Choice, then a blue trail to Landing Road, then down to Swinging Bridge area, finally, back along Ridge Trail. A […]
Join us as we hike at the top of the Reservoir on the Gunpowder River. After going to the graveyard that dates back to the 1700s we will go to […]
In and out hike along wooded trails some along the falls and some on Jesse’s trail. We will leave from Harford Rd, cross Belair Rd and go a short distance […]
We start at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church on Old Court Road and follow the trail near the church past what was Woodstock College and down to the Patapsco. We then […]
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 […]
Lake, dam and marsh views and a bit of Baltimore history; we will see water and other birds and creatures, mostly forest and the serpentine restoration area. Some is flat, […]
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. […]
First in the Moderate Plus AT series. An out and back hike along the Appalachian Trail for a total of 11 miles going north from Wolfsville Road (MD-17) to Raven […]
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 […]
AT: PEN MAR PARK TO CHIMNEY ROCKS - 14.4/16.8/19.4 S (FAST/LONG) This "1st Saturday of the Month" Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has-beens and Wannabes offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike […]
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 […]
This 9-10 -mile 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. […]
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will […]
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 flat, scenic hike winds through the woods with gorgeous views of the Chesapeake Bay, with paved and unpaved trails and beach, pond, gardens, aviary and ospreys. Discover this beautiful […]
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 […]
The 10-11 mile loop hike will begin at the Thurmont Vista parking area on Park Central Road in the Catoctin Mountain Park (CMP) and follow a long loop through the […]
A 7.5 mile hike on the west side of Prettyboy Reservoir on fire roads and trails that were actually built by the Civil Conservation Corps (President Roosevelt). These trails are […]
Join us as we hike in a remote area on the northeastern side of Prettyboy Reservoir on fire roads with some hills and several stream crossings. Multiple (5+) gorgeous water […]
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 […]
This 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 […]
Expect to hike on 5 colors plus an unmarked route and Baisans Run. Numerous stream crossings, hilly terrain, 900' of elevation gain. Poles recommended. Lunch/snack break. E-mail to register and […]
Our hike begins at the white farmhouse in Cromwell Valley State Park, weaves through the wooded hills into the Loch Raven Watershed. We will pass by the upper and lower […]
The McKeldin area of Patapsco Valley State Park offers wonderful hiking trails and river views all within the park. This hike will consist of a meandering course on most of […]
This hike will start from the PenMar Park parking lot and hike south on the A.T. to Raven Rock Shelter and return, with stop at the High Rock overlock. The […]
This hike will cover most of the red and orange blazed trails at Soldiers Delight Natural Environmental Area, as week as, the Red Run Stream Valley trails, which is primarily […]
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 […]
From the Belair Road parking lot we start along the Gunpowder looping east north of the river, then turn west back along the river past Belair Road, and north through […]
This hike starts at the Woodstock Road parking area next to the bridge, then follows trails on the Howard County side of PVSP. Total ascent will be about 800 feet. […]
This hike is in Howard County west of Mariottsville Rd and south of McKeldin. There are a few minor stream crossings, very few rocks, and about 1000 feet of elevation […]
Join us on this hike that will begin on the west side of Georges Creek at Prettyboy Reservoir. We will follow the Prettyboy Trail & hike up to Shamberger’s Peninsula. […]
The trails in the Lake Roland area offer a local hike with a wide variety of scenery near the first dam and reservoir in Baltimore. This hike will consist of […]
This 10-11 mile hike will leave from the Hollofield area of Patapsco Valley State Park and cover trails in the Hollofield / Daniels area of the park.
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will […]
Join your hiking buddies for the MCM holiday party, the presentation of MCM Awards and a special presentation by Max Buffington, “The History and Artifacts of the Daniels area and […]
Join us on the northern most section of a series of 9 hikes on the Appalachian Trail across Maryland from Pen Mar to Harper’s Ferry. This series is in a […]
This 5.6-mile Baltimore County hike skirts the Granite Quarry area of the Patapsco Valley State Park. The hike is less demanding than the typical weekend hike since the distance is […]
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 […]
Flat trails through a wonderful mix of woods, wetlands, ponds and meadows on reclaimed farmland with beautiful views in Caves Valley, aviary and nature center. Trails are usually dry. Restrooms […]
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 […]
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 […]
Meet me 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 […]
This hike starts on the eastern side of Piney Run Lake in Carroll County. We will hike around the lake into the developed part of Piney Run Park and hike […]
A loop hike on the western end of Liberty Reservoir. A short highway walk to start, some stream crossings, and plenty of water views on the way back. We'll hike […]
Join us on a meandering 8-mile hike in the Loch Raven watershed including the Morgan Mill trail, the Glen Ellen trail and the Sam’s Grave trail. We will also be […]
The MA PA trail is a crushed gravel/paved trail with some rolling hills through fields and woodlands surrounding the residential areas of Bel Air and Fallston. We will have the […]
This hike starts at Marriotsville Road parking area next to the railroad tracks, then hikes north towards Sykesville using the River Road Trail and side trails. There will be about […]
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will […]
This hike has some hills and small stream crossings. It covers Mingo Forks, Bunker Hill, and Gunpowder South trails. The pace will be about 2 1/4 mph. LEADERS: Carolyn & […]
This morning pre-New Year’s hike starts in the Lutherville/Timonium suburbs, goes through a wooded, slightly hilly section of the Loch Raven watershed and loops back along the water with many […]
This out and back hike is a mixture of fire roads and single track trails that are both north and south of Liberty Rd with many water views along shoreline […]
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 […]
This hike will start from the parking lot above the lake in Greenbriar State Park and hike many of the trails in the park. There are several long climbs and […]
This is the third of nine hikes in the Moderate Plus AT series across Maryland. An out and back hike of a total of 9.5 miles going south from Wolfsville […]
Join us for a seven-mile hike starting at 10 am at the trail head at route 45 (York road). We will travel west along the Gunpowder “North” trail crossing over […]
Lake, dam and marsh views and a bit of Baltimore history; we will see water and other birds and creatures, mostly forest and the serpentine restoration area. Some is flat, […]
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 […]
We will hike to the end of the Shamberger Trail, which is an old horse & buggy road. We will explore 4 side trails to different water views & historic […]
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will […]
This 9-10 mile loop hike will begin on trails in Rockburn Branch Park and then quickly cross over to the nearby Avalon section of Patapsco Valley State Park. The hike […]
This is a 2 loop hike with a new combination of trails starting at a different trailhead on Tracey’s Store Road. We will hike fireroads & the Prettyboy Trail and […]
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 […]
The hike to Ilchester Rocks features a number of moderate hills and stream crossings on trails including Soapstone, Santee Branch, Bull Run, Sawmill Branch and Buzzards Rock. The elevation gain […]
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 […]
This loop hike in Frederick County will start on the Catoctin Trail’s Hamburg Road parking area and then use the Catoctin Trail and the Death March Trail as well as […]
We will hike along the Patapsco River South Branch on the Carroll County side at a pace of about 2-2.5 mph. Parts of the trail are rocky, narrow, steep, and […]
We start at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church on Old Court Road and follow the trail near the church past what was Woodstock College and down to the Patapsco. We then […]
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will […]
This 11-12 mile loop hike will begin in Caledonia State Park, PA and will include the Appalachian Trail, Locust Gap Trail, and Wigwam Trail in Michaux State Forest. We will […]
Hike along the Jones Falls above the lake, through the woods and serpentine barrens, and visit the old rugby field. Moderate pace but rocky in spots and could be icy […]
Join us on an 9.0-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 […]
This hike is a mixture of fire roads and foot paths with many water views. There are a few steep but short hills amounting to about 1000 feet of total […]
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 […]
This 11-12 mile lollipop hike will start at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park. We will follow the Catoctin Trail south for several miles, stop at the White […]
Hike along Otter Creek and enjoy beautiful scenery with interesting rock formations. Hike up to Urey Overlook for a view of the Susquehanna River. Additional miles are an option on […]
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 […]
Morning 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 […]
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will […]
This hike in the Glen Artney area of Patapsco Valley State Park will follow the Soapstone Trail and adjacent trails, finishing around noon. There will be a snack break but […]
An out and back hike of a total of 8.5 miles going north from US-40 to Pogo Campground with side trips to Black Rock and Annapolis Rocks. Total elevation gain […]
10.5-mile hike on scenic trails in Hollofield & Daniels area of PVSP with an elevation gain of about 1400 feet. There are a few small stream crossings, and we will […]
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 […]
This hike starts at Hamburg Road and follows trails in the southern part of Frederick Municipal Forest and in the northern part of Gambrill State Park. The hike includes one […]
Expect to hike on 5 colors plus an unmarked route and Baisans Run. Numerous stream crossings, hilly terrain, 900' of elevation gain. Poles recommended. Lunch/snack break. E-mail to register and […]
We begin at the St. Johnsbury Road trailhead through the woods and down the New Rocks trail to the Patapsco. Travel along the river and the loop trail through the […]
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 […]
These are two out and back hikes from the Bunker Hill Parking lot. You can do one or both! 1st loop: Hike out to the Panther Branch trail and take […]
We'll spiral into the center of the park and then back out as we hike through meadows and deciduous woods with glimpses of the Middle Patuxent River along the way. […]
Hike the Prettyboy Trail all along the water from the CCC trailhead to Copperhead Point and then all the way to Prettyboy Dam. After Copperhead Point, this is the most […]
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 […]
This is a lollipop hike and starts just west of the Beckleysville Road bridge. We will be hiking wide fire roads with many diversions to water views. The hike follows […]
This 11-12 mile loop hike will start at the Hamburg Road parking lot, hike north to the Sand Flats area and then return on a variety of trails including the […]
This is an out and back hike along the northwestern side of Morgan Run at Liberty Reservoir, which primarily consists of fire roads and some single track trails and has […]
One of a series of 9 Moderate Plus hikes on the Appalachian Trail across Maryland. An out and back hike of a total of 10 miles going south from US-40 […]
