Dept Of Natural Resources: Ring in the New Year with a First Day Hike

All are invited to kick-off the New Year with an invigorating First Day Hike at a nearby state park, as the Maryland Department of Natural Resources – once again – takes part in the national New Year’s Day event of outdoor exploration and recreation.

A record-breaking 2,177 people spent the first day of 2016 participating in a First Day Hike in Maryland with participants logging a total of 4,531 miles.

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There are 29 Guided Hikes Scheduled at 27 Maryland State Parks. A list of the first-day hikes here.