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 […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5, this hike), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6, this hike). Sign up for as many […]
WHEN: Saturday, June 7 at 3:00 pm (picnic, hikes start earlier) WHERE: Patapsco Valley State Park Pickall area, Pavilion 708 8125 Johnnycake Road, Windsor Mill, MD GPS: 39.31159, -76.79091 HIKES: There will be several hikes the morning before the picnic. Keep checking the Club website schedule for hike descriptions and times and to register for the hikes. (Coming […]
Join us on a 9-mile circuitous hike from the Pickall Area, Pavilion 708. The hike has a few stream crossings and several steep, but relatively short climbs with an elevation gain of approximately 900 feet. We will take a lunch break. Pace averages 2 to 2.5 mph.
This hike will take in many of the trails in the Pickall Area of PVSP including the Pickall Trail, the Mill Race Trail, and the Rockhaven Trail. There are a couple stream crossings and a total elevation gain of approx. 1000 feet. The hiking pace will be 2.75 to 3.0 mph. Plan for lunch along […]
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.
