This 12-mile hike starts in Greenbrier State Park, heads up Bartman Hill to the AT, north to Annapolis Rocks, and back to journey through Greenbrier. The hike has about 2,300 feet of ascent (including two 500 foot climbs), contains a number of rocky sections of trail, and no stream crossings. Pace while hiking will be […]
Out and back in Baltimore County on the border with Harford County. Some flat sections, a portion that is hilly, a few small stream crossings and a waterfall. Waterfall can be skipped to avoid a hill and stream crossing. LEADER: Bill Bauer, 410-661-3182 or carbauer@verizon.net. No calls after 8:00 p.m. please.
Hike in the beautiful and remote Great North Mountain on the Pond Run Trail crossing stream a total of 9 times to a beautiful overlook at the intersection of the Tuscarora Trail and Pond Run Trail. We'll then continue on the Tuscarora Trail to overlooks at Half Moon Lookout and White Rock with spectacular views […]
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 all the marked trails in the park. There will be three stream crossings and a snack break […]
This loop hike will start from the Upper Parking Lot in Gambrills State Park and use a combination of trails in the park. Please inform the hike leader if you plan to meet at the trailhead or carpool.
We will hike South on the AT from the parking lot at South Mountain Inn, over Lambs Knoll and then about a half mile off the AT to the Bear Spring cabin for lunch. We will then return to the South Mountain Inn for a total of about 12 miles hiked. The parking can become […]
Easy 5 mile flat, urban walk. No sticks or heavy duty boots needed. Fort McHenry entrance is free. Park in the lot nearest to the Visitors Center, where there are excellent bathrooms. We'll circle the Fort, then head to Under Armour, (Tide Point Landing), catching the 10:45 water taxi to Canton. We'll walk a quick […]
This is a loop hike starting in the Hilton area of Patapsco State Park and going towards the Glen Artney area. There are several moderate stream crossings and a few steep hills. Estimated total ascent of 800 feet. Poles recommended. LEADER: Betsy Stephenson/mncmom@gmail.com/443-812-6086 (cell).
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” targets, so you can both track how far/fast you have walked and test/develop your pace […]
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. […]
We begin at the St. Johnsbury Road trailhead through the woods and down the New Rocks trail to the Patapsco. Travel along the river and the loop trail through the Pickall area and back. A few stream crossings, rocky trails, one pretty steep climb and nice river views. Pace 2.5 mph. There will be a […]
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 8-9 mile hike will use trails in Rockburn Branch Park and the nearby Avalon section of Patapsco Valley State Park. The route will vary, but the hike typically involves rolling hills and there may be several moderate stream crossings. Our pace while hiking will be about 2.5 mph. There will be a short snack […]
This 10-11 mile hike will start from the parking lot above the lake in Greenbriar State Park and hike many of the trails in the park. There are several long climbs, and the total ascent is 1600 feet. Please notify the hike leader whether you plan to meet at the trailhead or carpool.
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 […]
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 […]
Morning hike begins where Providence Road enters the Loch Raven watershed. We head through the hilly woods to the east past some secluded coves, then loop west along the water and back through the woods to Providence Road. About 600 feet of elevation. Pace 2.5 mph. There will be a 10 minute snack break along […]
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 […]
