This hike generally proceeds along the Pennsylvania AT from the Old Forge Picnic Area north over Chimney Rocks toward PA Route 233, while also following several side trails. We begin by climbing 1,100 feet over the first 3 miles to the top of Chimney Rocks, passing Tumbling Run Shelter along the way. Once on the […]
Great winter views of the reservoir along much of this hike on mountain biking trails, and several viewpoints including views of the Dam. Some hilly areas, a few stream crossings, approximately 1000 feet elevation.
This hike on trails near Seneca Creek starts at the Schaeffer Farms Trailhead in Germantown, then hikes down to the Black Rock Mill. From there, we will hike north on the Seneca Greenway Trail to Germantown Road, then we will hike back on the Seneca Ridge Trail. The trails are fairly flat with some moderate […]
Join us as we explore this new 577-acre preserve that opened in 2022. Our hike will take us through the woods, meadows, along Octoraro Creek, and even through a bamboo forest! Bring water, snacks, and lunch. There are several small stream crossings, so trekking poles are recommended. PACE: 2.0-2.5 mph DISTANCE: 6.0 – 6.5 miles […]
This hike is in the Middle Patuxent Environmental Area. Using a series of loops, we will hike about 6.5 miles with 300 feet of elevation gain. Portions of this hike will be alongside the river, one section is along an overgrown trail, expect this section to be a bit of a bushwhack with uneven footing. […]
An out and back hike of a total of 8.5 miles going north from US-40 to Pogo Campground with side trips to Black Rock and Annapolis Rocks. Total elevation gain is 1,500' with two long climbs of 500' over .9 mile. Pace averages 2.0-2.5 miles per hour. Please type 'Trailhead' or 'Carpool' on your RSVP, […]
Starting at Bunker Hill parking lot we will head upstream towards the Prettyboy Dam. We’ll take a short break to view the dam, then head up a connector trail to pick up the Highland Trail, looping back to the Gunpowder. Lunch will be at Bunker Hill picnic area. (Option at lunch to end hike early). […]
This “1st Saturday of the Month” Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has-beens and Wannabes offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average (MPA) approaching 3.0 mph or better over 15 to 20+ miles. The hike has intermediate “distance/accent” targets, so you can both track how far/fast you have walked test/develop your pace and […]
Oregon Ridge offers wonderful hiking trails and wooded scenery near Hunt Valley. This hike will consist of a series of loops on a hilly course, with a total elevation gain of about 900 feet, as we take in many of the marked trails in the park. There will be four stream crossings and a snack […]
The trail travels down toward the Patapsco, and turns east through the rolling hills on the south of the river, then down to Daniels Dam for a 20 minute lunch and then back along the river, up into the hill again on the return to Carrie Way. Pace 2.5 mph. A number of stream crossings, […]
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 loop hike in Frederick County will start on the Catoctin Trail’s Hamburg Road parking area and then use the Catoctin Trail and the Death March Trail as well as other adjoining trails. The hike has one long steep climb and several moderate climbs for a total ascent of 1800 feet, and several stream crossings. […]
This 12-mile hike in Washington County begins with a stroll through Greenbrier State Park, proceeding past Greenbrier Lake, ascending the Bartman Hill Trail to the Appalachian Trail, and then heading south along the AT for lunch at the Washington Monument. There are many rocky sections of trail, no stream crossings to and about 2,100 feet […]
This is a 2 loop hike with a new combination of trails starting at a different trailhead on Tracey’s Store Road. We will hike fireroads & the Prettyboy Trail and have lots of water views. Lunch will have a great view of Goose Island. Some stream crossings. A 9 mile hike with option to leave […]
Hike along the Little Gunpowder River from Bottom Rd. to Pleasantville Rd. and back on a slightly different route. There are a few hills, some small stream crossings and large stretches of flat that could be muddy or icy. This hike includes the former Ma and Pa railroad bed. LEADERS: Bill and Carolyn Bauer, carbauer@verizon.net […]
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 […]
We will hike to the end of the Shamberger Trail, which is an old “horse & buggy” road. We will explore 4 side trails to different water views & historic remains. Lunch will be at the end of the peninsula with 3 different water views of the 2 largest islands in the watershed. Pace of […]
Beautiful hike in the Loch Raven Reservoir area! This is a 5 mile hike at a moderately fast pace. We will walk as if we are in a hurry to get somewhere for the duration of the hike. We should be back by 11:30, the latest. My cell phone on the day of the hike: […]
The 10-11 mile loop hike will begin at the Thurmont Vista parking area on Park Central Road in the Catoctin Mountain Park (CMP) and follow a long loop through the park, passing Chimney and Wolf Rocks, Hog Rock, the Blue Ridge and Thurmont Vista overlooks, and Cunningham Falls. There will be a total elevation gain […]
This hike on trails near Seneca Creek starts at the Schaeffer Farms Trailhead in Germantown, then proceeds down to the Black Rock Mill. From there, we will hike north on the Seneca Greenway Trail to Riffleford Road, then we will come back on the Seneca Ridge Trail. The trails are fairly flat with some moderate […]
