This out-and-back hike is part of a series of hikes along the Seneca Creek trail system. This hike starts at Damascus Recreational Park and hikes south on the Lower MacGruder Branch trail and then on the Seneca Greenway Trail. We will hike south for about 6.5 miles, then stop for lunch and turn around. The […]
This is a scenic out and back moderate paced hike with its share of hills as well as flat areas. Very minor stream crossings. Elevation around 500 feet. The hike begins at 9:00 AM.
This hike of 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 an 11.5 mile hike, starting in Woodstock, as we wonder the trails, on the Baltimore County side, heading East. We will enjoy rolling hills on lesser traveled paths, hiking in lush hillsides, along rocky streams, and with great views, as well as a tranquil walk along the Patapsco River. Several very minor […]
This 8 mile hike has about 1000 feet of elevation change and will be led at about 2.25-2.5 mph. Highlights include climbing up and along the top of the old Avalon dam, crossing Cascade Falls, hiking up the steep Rootball Trail, and crossing the historic swinging bridge. We will meet at 9:30 near the bathrooms […]
We will meet at Rockburn Park and take in many of the trails in the Rockburn and Avalon Area of PVSP including Rockburn, Morning Choice, Belmont, Ridge, and Cascade Falls. We will also do the Captain John Smith loop trail. There are a few stream crossings and a total elevation gain of approx. 1200 feet. […]
From Belair Road, we start along the Gunpowder looping east north of the river, then turn west along the river under 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 600 feet of elevation. There will […]
The hike is on both sides of Belair Rd. The first part is on a wooded loop (with a gradual incline) close to the Little Gunpowder Falls on mostly smooth trails but there are a few rocky and rooted areas. On the second part, we will cross under the bridge to the opposite side of […]
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 […]
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, […]
This 10 - 11 mile 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 will include one or two steep uphill climbs of 700+ feet each over a one-mile section of trail. Our pace while hiking will […]
TRIP OVERVIEW 9-day hiking trip in the North Cascades National Park. Arrive July 21, hike July 22-30. The trip will consist of individual, day hikes with trailheads along or near State Route 20 between Marblemount and Winthrop, WA. Attendees are responsible for making their own lodging and travel arrangements. We have rented a house in […]
Join us on an 10 mile hike, starting in Woodstock, as we wonder the trails, on the Baltimore County side, heading East. We will enjoy rolling hills on lesser traveled paths, hiking in lush hillsides, along rocky streams, and with great views, as well as a tranquil walk along the Patapsco River. Several very minor […]
Because of July heat, I will be starting this hike a little early and include only a snack break so we will finish earlier than usual. This hike will be within the PVSP and will start at 9:30 from the trailhead that is at the back of the parking lot for the St. Alphonsus Church […]
Hike both along the river and a ridgeline towards Prettyboy Reservoir dam, then back downstream. There is a rocky stretch along one section of the river and hilly, so poles are strongly recommended.
The next Patapsco Fun Series work trip on Saturday July 26 in the Rockhaven area is now open for registration. Just scroll down to the 7/26/25 trip and click on the “FPVSP MEMBERS SIGN UP HERE!”. You do not have to be a member of Friends to register. The Patapsco Fun Series – Friends of […]
This hike will start from the PenMar Park parking lot and hike north on the A.T. to Deer Lick Shelter and return. We will have lunch at the shelter. There are several long steep uphill sections on this hike. We will hike at a pace of 2.5 – 2.7 MPH, and the estimated ascent is […]
An out and back hike of a total of 11 miles going south from Pen Mar Park to Raven Rocks, with lunch on the rocks. Total elevation gain is 1,900' with the longest climb of 600' over .8 mile. Trail is very rocky in places. No stream crossings. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 […]
Join us on an 8 mile hike, starting in Woodstock, as we wonder the trails, on the Baltimore County side, heading East. We will enjoy rolling hills on lesser traveled paths, hiking in lush hillsides, along rocky streams, and with great views, as well as a tranquil walk along the Patapsco River. Several very minor […]
This is a 4.2 mile loop trail in Oregon Ridge Park, beginning on the Logger's Trail through the woods and crossing over the ridgeline. The route leads down to Baisman Run on the south side, returning past the Old Ski Hill and Oregon Ridge Lake to the parking area.
