Join us on an 9-mile hike in the highland area of the Loch Raven watershed as we follow a zig-zag route to the back side of the dam. There are several vistas of the reservoir along the hilly course, along with a brief history of the area from the overlook above the dam. Elevation gain […]
Two days of hiking – 4 Hikes: 1 Hard, 1 Moderate on each day. It’s not too early to think about fall foliage hiking in Shenandoah National Park—particularly if you will have to find lodging during peak foliage time! This year, this fun event is scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday October 17 & 18. On […]
Startings at the Big Meadows Wayside, we walk the Rapidan Fire Road, then head downhill on the Mill Prong Horse Trail. We pass Big Rock Falls on the way to Rapidan Camp (President Hoover’s get away). Then we head back uphill, jump on to the Mill Prong Trail, and continue onto the Appalachian Trail (Northbound). […]
An 8.3 mile circuit hike starting at the Cedar Run Trailhead, in the Hawksbill Loop Parking. Hike will include walking the Cedar Run Trail and the Whiteoak Canyon past the Lower and Upper Whiteoak Falls. Possible extension to the Hawksbill Loop (+ ~2.5 miles). Long descent and followed by a long ascent. Elevation change about […]
Starting from the Old Rag Mountain Fee & Information Station, we'll walk the Weakly Hollow Fire Road to the Robertson Mountain Trail. We'll then have a steep climb to the summit of Robertson Mountain with excellent views of Old Rag and Corbin Hollow. After descending from the summit, we'll have an easy and gentle hike […]
We'll start with trails on the north side of the Patapsco River, cross back over the swinging bridge, have lunch at Cascade Falls, then return via the Ridge Trail. Distance is about 9.4 miles with 1,250-foot elevation gain. There is one steep but short climb, several moderate climbs, and several minor stream crossings. The pace […]
The moderate hike is a lollipop-shaped hike starting and ending in front of the Skyland Lodging Office. We will get on the AT and proceed south to Hawksbill Gap. From there we will use two side trails to take us up and over the Hawksbill summit, at 4050 ft. the highest point in Shenandoah National […]
This hike will start at the northern trailhead in Belair, just behind Independent Brewing Company, and go south to Annie's Playground. The trail is mostly along stream valley open space and adjoining rolling hills, the Harford County Equestrian Center, and a regional playground at the turnaround at 3.3 miles. The surface is hard-packed stone or […]
All flat nature trail, small beach, paved roads.Tour waterfront and farm community. Bring lunch for stop at waterfront. 10 AM start. Leader Deanna Phelps, dlphelps1946@yahoo.com; 410-335-2266 before 10 PM; or after 9:30 AM morning of hike.
Want to get in a good morning workout and then go about your day? Are you a fan of fast hiking? Then this is the hike for you. We will hike for the entire time as if we are in a hurry to get somewhere, maybe 2.8- 3.2 mph. on flat areas, slower on hills. […]
Join us on this lollipop hike that traverse the Prettyboy Trail along the water 80% of the time, beginning on Georges Creek and then to the wider and open portions of the Reservoir. It doesn't get any better than this. A couple of stream crossings. Lunch overlooking Goose Island. Pace will be 2 to 2.5 […]
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. Few very minor creek crossings but may be muddy in spots. Rocky areas along parts of the trail.
This 13-mile hike will start at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park. We will follow the Catoctin Trail south for several miles, stop at the White Rock overlook, and then hike on the Salamander Rock Trail and other trails in northern part of Frederick Municipal Forest before looping back to the Catoctin Trail […]
This hike along the Patapsco River is in Howard County between Marriottsville Road and Sykesville. We will visit the O'Neal family farm which comprises a stone house foundation, a log barn, and a small cemetery. Three or four additional areas containing ruins will be viewed. There is about 1000 feet of elevation gain, and a […]
Hike from Avalon parking lot over Ridge Trail, then Morning Choice, then a blue trail to Landing Road, then down to Swinging Bridge area, finally, back along Ridge Trail. A few minor stream crossings, about 1000 feet of elevation gain. Pace while hiking will average about 2.5 mph.
Join us as we hike at the top of the Reservoir on the Gunpowder River. After going to the graveyard that dates back to the 1700s we will go to the cave on the north side, flashlight recommended and go to the Betty’s Run waterfall. We will continue on fire roads (different trails) and after […]
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. Few very minor creek crossings, but may be muddy in spots. Rocky areas in parts of the trail and […]
This will be a low daily mileage, 2mph pace backpack on a moderate trail through a deciduous forest and a highland bog. Some stream crossings and a few moderate climbs. Daily mileage is 7/8/5. Leave: 7:00am from the Mt. Carmel Rd. P&R off I-83 (exit 27), or meet at the trailhead. Leader: Steve Weber weber962@hotmail.com […]
We start at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church on Old Court Road and follow the trail near the church past what was Woodstock College and down to the Patapsco. We then turn west and eventually loop around and back to the church. Some minor stream crossings, some rocky and muddy patches. Approx. 600 feet of elevation. […]
This is an out and back hike along Little Gunpowder Falls, with to a loop to the Waterfalls and view of two waterfalls. Some minor stream crossings and mostly flat hiking. Hiking poles recommended for stream crossings. NO Spot A Pot: Separation as requested.
