This hike will leave from the Hollofield area of Patapsco Valley State Park and cover trails in the Hollofield / Daniels area. LEAVE: 9:30 A.M. from the parking lot near the PVSP Hollofield Entrance Station, Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City (on US-40, 3 miles west of I-695 and 2 miles east of US-29). We will […]
This lollipop hike starts at the Manor Area parking area of Cunningham Falls State Park and follows the Catoctin Trail south into Cunningham Falls State Park and Frederick Municipal Forest. Stops at White Rock overlook and Mountain dale Overlook, with a pleasant stretch along the Vandal Trail and Little Fishing Creek. Several long climbs and […]
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 […]
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 […]
A 10-mile hike on scenic trails in the Hollofield & Daniels area of PVSP with an elevation gain of about 1400 feet. There are a few small stream crossings, and we will be passing Gary Memorial Church and the Daniels Dam along the way. The hiking pace will be 2.5 to 3.0 mph.
This 10-11 mile hike will start at the Lake Redman boat ramp area and hike around Lake Williams and on other adjacent trails. We will hike at a pace of 2.5 –2.7 mph. The total elevation change is approximately 1400 feet. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at the trailhead.
This is a lollipop hike in Howard County from Rockburn Branch Park to Ilchester Road and back. There are a few minor stream crossings, some rocks, and about 1400 feet of elevation gain, and nice river views. Two crossings of Rockburn Branch use extended stepping stones and I myself require two hiking poles for balance. […]
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 poles in case muddy conditions.
Friday - Arrive at Antietam Creek Campsite, Lot 10 after 1pm, hike/walk/bike along Canal Path, or just hang out. Directions to campsite to follow. Saturday - Kayak Antietam Creek - 9 miles – Class 1 – Water Depth 2.5’ to 3.0’ Cost $50 day rental – Cash – website states credit card; last trip the […]
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 figure-eight hike starts at Drexel Woods Drive in Baltimore County, hikes south of the Route 40 bridge, and then loops around on several trails before heading north again. We will climb to the Pickall pavilions area before looping back down to the river and returning to the starting point. The estimated ascent is 1100 […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2, this hike), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3, this hike), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Join us as we traipse through miles of beautiful mountain laurels in bloom! We will start out along the Long Pine Run Reservoir on the Beaver trail, then climb the Rocky Knob trail up to and through the mountain laurels. We’ll have lunch at the Birch Run shelter on the AT, then back to Rocky […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4, this hike), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Hike mostly shaded trails in CVP and Loch Raven Reservoir. Several stream crossings and some hills. We will walk at a slow/moderate pace and stop for a lunch break along the way.
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5, this hike), and Chimney Top (June 6). Sign up for as many […]
Trip Overview 5-day hiking trip in the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. The trip consists of five hikes: Seneca Rocks (June 2), Seneca Creek Trail (June 3), Spruce Knob via Huckleberry Trail (June 4), Red Creek Trail to Lion’s Head Loop (June 5), and Chimney Top (June 6, this hike). Sign up for as many […]
Save the Date ... more information forthcoming Meanwhile: Hikes: Check the schedule for hike times prior to picnic, and to register. (Not available yet) Lunch: Food! Meeting: Election results announced following lunch. Address: 8125 Johnnycake Road, Woodlawn, Pickall area of PVSP, Shelter # 708 GPS: 39.31159, -76.79091 Pickall is open to groups only. Tell the Ranger […]
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, […]
