PVSP HOLLOFIELD AREA – 10H
- Hike Distance:
- 10.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Hard
- Hike Leader:
- Bill Saunders
This hike will leave from the Hollofield area of Patapsco Valley State Park and cover trails in the Hollofield / Daniels area.
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SUGARLOAF MOUNTAIN – 11H
- Hike Distance:
- 11.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Hard
- Hike Leader:
- Chuck Randall
This 10+ mile hike in Montgomery County starts from Sugarloaf ’s East parking lot. There is approximately 2000 ft of elevation gain with some very rocky sections of trail. The hiking pace will be 2.5 – 3 mph. Lunch will be at White Rocks Overlook. L
Loch Raven Reservoir Trail – 4.5E
- Hike Distance:
- 4.5 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Easy
- Hike Leader:
- Jim Foard
This is a scenic and relatively easy forest hike along the shore of the Loch Raven Reservoir. You’ll pass many awesome viewpoints where you can get great view of the water and forest of the Reservoir. One stream crossing (easy) hiking poles as desired. There are not any rest rooms or Porta-Potty. Separation will be […]
GUNPOWDER FALLS STATE PARK – HEREFORD ZONE – 8M
- Hike Distance:
- 8.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Hike Leader:
- Stephen Weber
The hike will be 8 moderate miles along the Mingo Forks Trail to the Gunpowder South Trail. We will hike up to the Prettyboy Dam and return along the Highland Trail. Be prepared for a few minor stream crossings, possible slippery rocks in places, and a few moderate hills. LEADER: Steve Weber, weber962@hotmail.com
Antietam Kayak/Hike/Camping Trip – 9 kayak / 5-6E
- Hike Distance:
- 5.5 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Easy
- Hike Leader:
- Mary Moore
Antietam Kayak/Hike/Bike – Camping Trip - 9 mile kayak - M / 5-6 mile hike E Friday – Arrive at Antietam Creek Campsite (along Canal) – check-in any time after 1pm. Site #10 - across from camp manager. No schedule for Friday - hike or bike C&O Canal Path that borders the campsite or hang […]
GUNPOWDER FALLS – SWEATHOUSE BRANCH – 7.5M
- Hike Distance:
- 7.5 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Hike Leader:
- Jon Hyman
Ok From Belair Road, we start along the Gunpowder looping east, then turn west along the river and, then north through the wooded hills above the river with interesting mix of terrain. Several stream crossings with a number of small waterfalls, and less than 400 feet of elevation. There will be a 20 minute lunch […]
SOUTHERN FREDERICK MUNICIPAL FOREST – 12H
- Hike Distance:
- 12.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Hard
- Hike Leader:
- Bill Saunders
This hike starts at Hamburg Road and follows trails in the southern part of Frederick Municipal Forest (including the Volkswagen Trail) and in the northern part of Gambrill State Park. The hike will include one or two hard climbs of 700+ feet over one-mile sections of trail. PLEASE NOTIFY THE HIKE LEADER WHETHER YOU PLAN […]
AT: GATHLAND STATE PARK TO WEVERTON CLIFFS – 11 H
- Hike Distance:
- 11.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Hard
- Hike Leader:
- Leise Ballou
This 11 mile out-and-back hike on the Appalachian Trail in Washington County replicates the club's first hike, done in 1934. The trail has many very rocky sections, a total ascent of about 1,500 feet, no stream crossings, and lunch at the overlook. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 - 3 mph.
LITTLE GUNPOWDER FALLS to Bottom Rd – 5.5 E/M
- Hike Distance:
- 5.5 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Easy
- Hike Leader:
- Jim Foard
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.
Canceled DANIELS AREA PATPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK – 4 E/M
- Hike Distance:
- 4.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Easy
- Hike Leader:
- Marla Aron
Hike past Camel's Den cave, uphill to the Switch Plate Loop which has a few rocky patches and is hilly. Hike downhill to the Daniels trail along the river back to our cars. Approximately 0.4 miles on road, 1.8 miles of hills, and 1.8 miles on flat trail. Hiking poles recommended. There are no bathrooms, […]
HILLTOP – PVSP – 7M
- Hike Distance:
- 7.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Hike Leader:
- Rose Redd
Meet at the new Hilltop parking area at 10 am. This will be a seven-mile moderate hike with 3 or more stream crossings. LEADER: Rose Redd, 443-935-7149; roseredd23@yahoo.com.
Loch Raven Reservoir, Merryman Trail Area – 7M
- Hike Distance:
- 7.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Hike Leader:
- Ann Roberts
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 […]
LOCH RAVEN GLEN ELLEN – SAM’S GRAVE – 7M
- Hike Distance:
- 7.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Hike Leader:
- Jon Hyman
This morning hike starts in the Lutherville/Timonium suburbs, goes through a wooded, slightly hilly section of the Loch Raven watershed and loops back along the water with many great views. A few stream crossings. Pace 2.5 mph, 4-500 feet of elevation. There will be a 10 minute snack break. LEAVE: 9 a.m. from Seminary Avenue […]
???? Loch Raven WOOF! Hike – 4E
- Hike Distance:
- 4.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Easy
- Hike Leader:
- Ann Roberts
???????????????? 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, hopefully a […]
CATOCTIN TRAIL SERIES: MANOR AREA TO CUNNINGHAM FALLS– 13H
- Hike Distance:
- 13.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Hard
- Hike Leader:
- Bill Saunders
This 12-13 mile hike is the fourth in a series of 5 hikes that will cover the entire Catoctin Trail (CT) ) in a northbound direction. Starting at the Manor Area of Cunningham Falls State Park, we will follow the CT north for several miles to Cunningham Falls for lunch, then return to the Manor […]
AT: WOLFSVILLE RD TO RAVEN ROCK SHELTER – 11H
- Hike Distance:
- 11.0 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Hard
- Hike Leader:
- Brian Bare
An out and back along the Appalachian Trail for a total of 11 miles going north from Wolfsville Road (MD-17) to Raven Rock Shelter. Total elevation is about 2,400′ with the longest climb of 600′ over 0.8 miles. There are several rocky areas and one unbridged stream crossing. Our pace while hiking will average 2.5 […]
MA AND PA HERITAGE TRAIL – 6.5E
- Hike Distance:
- 6.5 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Hike Leader:
- Clare and Dave Hash
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 […]
STONEY RUN WALKING PATH – 5.5 E
- Hike Distance:
- 5.5 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Easy
- Hike Leader:
- Janet Rohde
Beginning in Roland Park at Wyndhurst Station, walk along Stony Run stream through Wyman Park. Path is flat, but footing is uneven in some sections with roots and stones. We will stop for lunch/snack along the trail.
Southern Shenandoah Backpack – 24H
- Hike Distance:
- Over 15 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Hard
- Hike Leader:
- Steve Williams
This is a linear backpack using the AT and several side trails on the west side of the main ridge, with estimated daily mileages of 7, 8 and 9 miles, so there will be a car shuttle. Possible dispersed camping on both nights depending on campsite availability. Several stream crossings. Note that this backpack is […]
AT: GATHLAND SP TO HARPERS FERRY – 12/ 14.4 / 20 S (FAST)
- Hike Distance:
- Over 15 Miles
- Hike Difficulty:
- Strenuous
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 […]