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 […]
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 are several moderate up hills and one steep, rocky downhill. Hiking poles helpful. Bring WATER and a snack if you wish. LEAVE: Promptly at 11:30 […]
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.
HIKE: Patapsco Valley State Park, / Grist Mill Trail / Lost Lake, 5.5 Miles, walk to the second Swinging Bridge. Very easy all paved trail and awesome views along the way. This paved pathway runs parallel to Patapsco River that provides scenic views leading past numerous sites of historic interest.
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 - 2.7 mph. Please indicate whether you plan to meet at the trailhead or carpool.
This is likely the first of the rides to be posted as part of the Club's effort to offer cycling and kayaking activities. The ride is in Columbia, departing from 1600 Dockside Lane at 9:30 Tuesday June 17. It's being undertaken as part of Howard County's Cycle2Health program, and is led by Club member and […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
Hike the Harford Glen Environmental Center through wooded trails along Winters Run. Hike will include some hills and stream crossings.
Hike through wooded paved trails to the Liriodendrum Mansion and return.
