Come join us on an 8.5 - 9 mile hike, in conjunction with the Duncannon A.T. Festival! We will leave at 9:30 from the Hawk Rock Parking Lot, hike up to the Appalachian Trail (AT) and head south to Cove Mountain shelter, for lunch. After lunch, we will retrace our step, but stay on the […]
Join us on this 6 mile Patapsco Valley State Park hike in Baltimore County. The hike is less demanding than the typical weekend hike and is intended to appeal to a wide swath of hikers, from neophytes who are developing their strength and stamina to more experienced hikers seeking a relaxing afternoon hike -- or […]
The Duncannon Appalachian Trail Community invites to attend the AT Festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 2 pm to 8 pm to celebrate the Appalachian Trail with live entertainment, food trucks, wildlife presentations, crafts for kids, hiking clubs, and arts & crafts vendors. https://duncannonatc.org/2023-duncannon-appalachian-trail-festival/
This 12.5 mile hike is the fourth in a series of 5 hikes that will cover the entire Catoctin Trail (CT) ) in a northbound direction. Starting at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park, we will follow the CT north for several miles to Cunningham Falls for lunch, then return to the Manor […]
Join us on this 8 1/3 mile Howard County hike near the Davis Tunnel Area of the Patapsco Valley State Park. The hike has eleven minor stream crossings, some rocky and rugged terrain, many scenic water views, and about 1300 feet of climbing. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 2.8 mph, and there […]
This a superb, beautiful loop hike that offers wonderful views of Lourey’s valley from Mary’s Rock. The trail starts at US-211 near Sperryville, Virginia, crosses two streams on boulders and soon splits. We will go clockwise, taking Buck Ridge Trail to Skyline Drive and continue on the Meadow Spring Trail to Mary’s Rock (all the […]
An out and back hike of a total of 11.2 miles going south from Gathland State Park to Weverton Cliffs overlook. Total elevation gain is 1800 ft. Our pace while hiking will average 2.0-2.5 MPH.
This 11-12 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 may include two hard climbs of 700+ feet over a one-mile section of trail. Please indicate whether you plan to meet at the trailhead or […]
Beginning in Roland Park at Wyndhurst Station, 5 to 6 miles flat terrain walk along Stony Run stream through Wyman Park to Remington R House for a snack/lunch stop (rest rooms available) and then a stroll along the Johns Hopkins campus back to Stony Run and Wyndhurst Station. Bring lunch or snack. Hike leaders: Amy […]
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 […]
We will hike a mixture of hiking trails and forest roads as we explore the 3,500+ acre Elk Neck State Forest. The forest is a diverse habitat with mixed deciduous and evergreen trees and an understory of mountain laurel, azaleas, and other native shrubs. The trail is rolling and crosses some streams. PACE: 2.0-2.5 mph […]
This 11+ mile loop hike will start at Hamburg Road parking area and hike north in a long loop using several trails. The estimated total ascent is 1400 feet and there will be several routine stream crossings. Our pace while hiking will be 2.-2.7 mph. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at […]
NOTE: Hike will start 9 AM 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 toward Jerusalem Mills. Hiking poles recommended. A few very minor creek crossings, but may be muddy in spots. Rocky […]
This is a 9-mile circuit hike visiting Cunningham Falls, Hog Rock, Blue Ridge and Thurmont Vista, Wolf and Chimney Rocks. The elevation gain is 1700 ft. Our pace while hiking will average 2.0 to 2.5 MPH. There are no significant stream crossings.
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 no lunch stop. The hike has some moderate hills and stream crossings.
This 12-13 mile loop hike will begin at Carderock and follow a variety of trails (including Billy Goat A, B and C trails, the C&O Canal, and various wooded trails) in the Great Falls Area. The hike includes several very nice ridge views of the river from the Overlook Trail, and views of the falls […]
This hike begins on natural surface marked trails, meandering and rolling. There are no water crossings. Portions of the trail are mixed with approximately 2.4 miles of hard surface trail and some stone trails. The majority of this hike will be on natural surface trails. It is a scenic route hiking a partial perimeter of […]
Walk in historic Oella, along the Patapsco River and surrounding hills. The hike follows the roadway through much of this historic mill town, with a short stretch along the mill race paralleling the Patapsco River, later turning onto the Trolley Trail to reach Banneker Park, then back to the riverfront. Some elevation change and parts […]
This "1st Saturday of the Month" Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has_Beens and Wannabees (or for those who just want a pleasant Saturday outing) offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average approaching 3.0 mph or better over 8 to 22 miles. This hike has intermediate "distance/ascent" targets, so you can both track […]
Our 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 great views. A few stream crossings. Pace 2.5 mph, 4-500 feet of elevation. There will be a 20 minute lunch break. LEAVE: 9 a.m. from Seminary Avenue on […]
