This 11-12 mile hike starts at the Woodstock Road parking area next to the bridge, then goes south on the Baltimore County side of the Patapsco River. We will hike all the way to the Alberton Trail and view the ruins of the old Guilford community, then return to the starting point. The total ascent […]
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.
Because of July heat, I will be starting this hike a little early and include only a snack break so we will finish earlier than usual. This hike will be within the PVSP and will start at 9:30 from the trailhead that is at the back of the parking lot for the St. Alphonsus Church […]
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/ascent” targets, so you can both track how far/fast you have walked and test/develop your pace […]
From Belair Road, we start along the Gunpowder looping east north of the river, then turn west along the river past Belair Road, and 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 […]
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 hike in the Glen Artney area of Patapsco Valley State Park will follow the Soapstone Trail and adjacent trails, finishing around noon. There will be a snack break but no lunch stop. The hike has some moderate hills and several stream crossings.
This 13-14 mile hike with a car plant will visit all 15 ponds in the northern part of Frederick Municipal Forest (FMF). We will start at Hamburg Road and head north on the Catoctin Trail, passing 4 ponds before we branch off onto unmarked trails. We will then hike a loop around the northern part […]
This will be a moderate 7+ hike with several stream crossings . Pace will be 2.5. Leaving from parking area near Swinging Bridge at 9:30.
Moderate to fast-paced hike on Loch Raven trails. Should be done by 11:30 or 12:00 so you will have a lot of time the rest of the day to get things done.
This hike will take us back to the Gnome Village as we follow the trails in the Hilton Area of PVSP including the Santee Branch, Buzzard’s Rock, Forest Glen and Gray’s Mill Trail. There are several stream crossings and a total elevation gain of approx. 1100 feet. The hiking pace will be 2.5 to 3.0 […]
This 10-11 mile hike starts at Hamburg Road and follows trails in the southern part of Frederick Municipal Forest and the northern part of Gambrill State Park. The hike includes at least one hard climb of 700+ feet over a one-mile section of trail. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet at the […]
Join us on this ~11 mile, meeting at the Catoctin Visitor Center before carpooling to Cunningham Falls State Park lake parking Lot. Our hike will start at the lake parking lot, trek past the Falls, meander up to Cat Rock, cross over to Catoctin Park, ascend to Chimney Rock, Wolf Rock, and Thurmont Vista, before […]
This hike in Baltimore County explores the Patapsco River on both sides of Old Court Rd. There is about 800 ft of elevation change and we will be moving at a pace of about 2.25 mph. There are a few minor stream crossings.
This 5-mile hike begins at the parking lot on Belair Rd. just after crossing the bridge (6.3 miles from the beltway). We will hike under the road to the Wildlands Trail, then follow it to the Stocksdale Trail, and then to the Sweathouse Branch Trail, at the end of which we will take a short […]
We at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church on Old Court Road following the trail past what was Woodstock College and down to the Patapsco, then turn east under Old Court Rd. and up through the hills to the north of the river on a wide loop and back along the river. Several stream crossings, some rocky […]
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, […]
Mostly flat trails through a wonderful mix of woods, wetlands, ponds and meadows on reclaimed farmland with beautiful views in Caves Valley; aviary, nature center and native plant garden. Flexible hike if you want fewer miles. Restrooms at start of hike and along the way. Bring a snack; rain or shine! Admission is $5/person at […]
This 10-11 mile loop hike in Patapsco Valley State Park will use trails in the Hilton area (including Santee Branch, Buzzard Rocks and Grist Mill Trails) plus the Ridge Trail and Cascade TraiL in the Avalon area. There are several moderate stream crossings (you may want to bring hiking poles for the crossings) and an […]
We will hike about 12 miles starting in the East View Parking lot and winding our way up and down and around on the various trails there on Sugarloaf Mt. Lunch will be at White Rocks overlook. Some of the trails are steep and rocky in places but overall in very good condition. Please indicate […]
Join us on this ~10 mile, meeting at the Catoctin Visitor Center before carpooling to Cunningham Falls State Park lake parking lot. Our hike will start at the lake parking lot, trek past the Falls, meander up to Cat Rock, cross over to Catoctin Park, ascend to Chimney Rock and Wolf Rock, before coasting down […]
We will hike at a leisurely pace of 2.25-2.5 miles from Rockburn Park to Patapsco Park. Take Morning Choice trail to Cascade Falls trail. We will pass Cascade Falls to have lunch at the picnic tables near the Hanging Bridge. We will return a slightly different route. No significant elevation. There are several stream crossings, […]
There will be a few stream crossings. Hiking poles are recommended. 10 min snack break at halfway. Pace: 2.5 mph. Elevation gain about 900ft. LEAVE: 9:30 AM at the Oregon Ridge Nature Center parking lot. 13555 Beaver Dam Rd. LEADERS: Dror and Tirzah Rom, tirzahrom55@gmail.com. Morning of hike: (215)514-1310
A 10-mile hike on scenic trails in 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. Plan for lunch […]
This hike is the first in a series of 5 south hikes that will cover the entire Catoctin Trail (CT), starting at the northern end and hiking south. Starting at the Hunting Creek Lake parking lot in Cunningham Falls State Park, we will hike to Cunningham Falls and then continue north on a combination of […]
An out and back hike of a total of 11 miles going south from Pen Mar Park to Raven Rocks, with lunch on the rocks. Total elevation gain is 1,900' with the longest climb of 600' over .8 mile. Trail is very rocky in places. No stream crossings. Our pace while hiking will be 2.5 […]
Join us on a 10 mile circuit hike on the new Old Ellicott City (OEC) Connector Trail which was recently constructed through the woods to the Hollifield area. We will view some grand old homes along the return route. Total elevation gain is about 1000 feet. Pace averages 2 - 2.5 mph.
Hike both along the river and a ridgeline towards Prettyboy Reservoir dam, then back downstream. There is a rocky stretch along one section of the river and hilly, so poles are strongly recommended.
Our hike begins at the white farmhouse in Cromwell Valley State Park, weaves through the wooded hills into the Loch Raven Watershed. We will pass by the upper and lower dams and have some excellent views of the water. There will be hills with about 800 feet of elevation including a few hard climbs and […]
