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 […]
This 11-12 mile lollypop hike is the third in a series of 5 hikes that will cover the entire Catoctin Trail (CT) ) in a northbound direction. We will start at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park, then follow the CT south for several miles. After a stop at the White Rock overlook, […]
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. There will be stops at White Rock overlook and Mountaindale Overlook, with a pleasant stretch along the Vandal Trail and Little Fishing Creek. Several long […]
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.
Join us for this hike in the Patuxent River State Park as hike along both sides of the river with a couple good views of the Patuxent River. Mostly rolling hills with only one major stream crossing which may require poles. Leave from the Howard County Fairgrounds at 9:30 to carpool to trailhead. NOTE: Trailhead […]
Join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026 for the Hike Across Maryland (HAM) on the Appalachian Trail (AT). We will once again hike the AT starting at Pen Mar (MD/PA line) to Harpers Ferry in one day. The distance is about 41 miles over rocky and rough trails with several significant climbs. Serious Hikers: This hike […]
This figure-eight hikes uses trails 5, 6, and 7 in the woods near Lake Redman in the York, PA watershed, with some hills and occasional views of the lake. We will hike at a pace of about 2.5 – 2.7 mph and have lunch overlooking the lake. The total elevation change is approximately 1600 feet. […]
Join us on this 12 mile hike in Howard and Baltimore Counties. The hike has numerous stream crossings (a couple where poles are recommended), some sections of rugged trail, exposure to open fields as well as deep forest, and about 1500 feet of ascent. Our pace while hiking will average 2.5 - 3.0 mph and […]
Hike time updated to 9:30AM An out and back hike of a total of 10.5 miles going north from Gathland State Park to White Rock overlook and on to lunch at Rocky Run Shelter. Total elevation gain is about 2000 ft. Our pace while hiking will average 2.0-2.5 MPH.
Friday - Arrive at Antietam C&O Campground (after 1pm)Saturday - Kayak Antietam Creek - Class 1 / 9 miles Alternative Saturday - Bike ride along the C&O Paved Trail; Harpers Ferry is 9 miles to the south. If water level is 2.5' or below, we will not kayak but will bike or hike. Cost of […]
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 then back along the river and through the hills on our return. Pace 2.5 mph. A number of stream crossings, some hilly terrain. LEAVE 9 […]
Starting from the Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, we will briefly stop to see the spring flowers, then take the Northwest Branch Trail along the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River, returning on the Copperhead Run to the Fall Line Trail for lunch and then the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail, where she wrote Silent Spring. Elevation […]
NOTE: This hike is replacing the White Clay Creek State Park hike which I will probably reschedule in the winter when there is no parking fee. Join us as we explore this former Boy Scout camp! The land was originally owned by Mahlon Haines, nicknamed the Shoe Wizard, who donated the property to the Boy […]
This hike will leave from the Hollofield area of Patapsco Valley State Park and cover trails in the Hollofield / Daniels area. We will hike at a pace of 2.5-2.5 MPH.
Join us as we traipse through miles of beautiful mountain laurels in bloom! We will start out along the Long Pine Run Reservoir on the Beaver trail, then climb the Rocky Knob trail up to and through the mountain laurels. We’ll have lunch at the Birch Run shelter on the AT, then back to Rocky […]
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 the longest climb of 600′ over 0.8 miles. There are several rocky areas and one unbridged stream crossing. Our pace while hiking will average 2.5 […]
This approximately 8-mile hike in Patapsco Valley State Park will begin at the pumping station on Green Clover Drive in the Allenford neighborhood which is off Rt. 99 (Old Frederick Rd). This hike will be hilly with about 1,000 feet of elevation, and several stream crossings. Hiking sticks are recommended. The pace will be between […]
The trail begins in the parking Lot of Rockburn Branch Park West (6145 Montgomery Road). We will access the Rockburn Elementary Connector trail and work our way around the park perimeter. There are no stream crossings. We will walk about 2.5 mph (24 min mile). There will not be a lunch break for this hike.
Hike downstream along both sides of the Big Gunpowder, from Masemore Rd to York Road and back upstream. Hike is a mix of flat areas along the river, with steep hills in two sections.
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 hike for those who may want more exercise.
