11.5-mile hike on scenic trails in the Hollofield & Daniels areas of PVSP with an elevation gain of about 1400 feet. There are few small stream crossings, and we will be passing Gary Memorial Church and the Daniels Dam along the way. There will be a lunch break and the hiking pace will be 2.5 […]
This hike is a mixture of fire roads and foot paths along Liberty Reservoir. Highlights: shade, water views, lunch by the water at the end of Coot Peninsula. Early in the hike we have a view of an old copper mine. About 10.5 miles, 1200 ft climbing, and one easy stream crossing. Our pace will […]
This Hike will start at Gathland State Park, and will follow the AT until the Reno Monument. We will take the side trail to the NC war Memorial where we will take lunch. After lunch we return the way we came and make a stop at the Rocky Run Shelter before climbing Lambs Knoll. Total […]
Hike upstream through woods along Big Gunpowder Falls to Stockdale Trail (BLUE) hiking along the upper ridge (flat after slight hill climb at first)> This is a loop hike. Wear hiking boots and bring sticks in case muddy conditions.
Join us at Cromwell Valley Park. We will hike along the Mine Bank trail to the area below the smaller Loch Raven dam where we hopefully will see several species of birds including Bald eagles, Ospreys and Great Blue Herons. From there we will head up hill to several fire roads on the reservoir and […]
This moderately easy hike starts at Fox Gap, where the Appalachian Trail crosses the Reno Monument Road, and follows the Appalachian Trail south to the White Rocks outlook on Lambs Knoll, where we will have lunch. There is a very nice view from the outlook. For the more adventurous, an option will be offered to […]
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 10-11 mile loop hike in Frederick County will start at the Hamburg Road parking area and then follow some of the many trails that network this forest. While the route will vary from hike to hike, there will be several moderate climbs for a total ascent of about 1500 feet and several stream crossings. […]
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 the northern part of Frederick Municipal Forest before looping back to the Catoctin […]
Hike the trails of Lake Roland and observe one of the things that makes the park so special: Big Trees. The Maryland Big Tree Program has documented 23 Big Trees in the park, many of which are state or county champs! We will stop by see about a dozen of them, maybe even grab a […]
This seven-mile plus hike in Patapsco Valley State Park will begin at Allenford Pumping Station on Green Clover Drive which is off Rt. 99. This hike will be hilly with some steep hills and several stream crossings. Walking sticks recommended. E-mail lyon.kathy@yahoo.com. Cell on day of hike: 410-274-4940
The hike to Ilchester Rocks features a number of moderate hills and stream crossings on trails including Soapstone, Santee Branch, Bull Run, Sawmill Branch and Buzzards Rock. The elevation gain is approx. 1300 feet. The hiking pace will be 2.5 to 3.0 mph. Bring lunch or a snack.
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 hike starts at the Richard Nixon Nature Center and hikes trails in the woods surrounding Lake Williams in the York, PA watershed, with moderate hills and pleasant views of the lake. We will hike at a moderate pace of about 2.5 mph. Please email me at trailsaunders@gmail.com if you plan to meet at the […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25, this hike), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26), Mt Eisenhower (Sep. 27), Touring Day (Sep. 28), Mt Washington (Sep. 29). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26, this hike), Mt Eisenhower (Sep. 27), Touring Day (Sep. 28), Mt Washington (Sep. 29). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with moderate and hard day hikes: Mt Chocorua (Sep. 25), Mt Moosilauke (Sep. 26), Mt Eisenhower (Sep. 27, this hike), Touring Day (Sep. 28), Mt Washington (Sep. 29). Sign up for as many hikes as you would like. Attendees are responsible for making […]
Easy 5 hike on mostly flat trails. Some in woods and some paved. This is a waterfront park where those who want to walk less can have options. Park gate may not open until 10, but I have requested that be opened by 9:30. If it is not open before 10, just wait until they […]
This 5.6-mile Baltimore County hike skirts the Granite Quarry area of the Patapsco Valley State Park. The hike is less demanding than the typical weekend hike since the distance is modest, the climbing is only about 400 feet total. There are no stream crossings to speak of, some sections of rocky terrain, some sections of […]
Registration Required. This hike on the east side of Prettyboy begins on Parsonage Road at Frog Hollow (a river/marsh that feeds into the reservoir) and crosses Spooks Hill Road to great water views of the Reservoir. Some hikers say our lunch spot has the best view of Prettyboy. A couple of stream crossings. Pace will […]
