This loop hike will begin at the Thurmont Vista parking area on Park Central Road in the Catoctin Mountain Park (CMP) and follow a long loop through the park, passing Chimney and Wolf Rocks, Hog Rock, the Blue Ridge and Thurmont Vista overlooks, and Cunningham Falls. There will be a total elevation gain of about […]
Starting at the Soapstone Trail Head, we will take a pleasant Spring stroll on the trails: Soapstone, Santee, Buzzard's Rock, Grist Mill, and Vineyard Springs, to mention a few. Forest greening should be in full swing. A few rock hopping stream crossings. ~1300 feet of elevation rise. 2.25-2.5 MPH.
We will hike approximately 7 miles at a moderate pace (2.4) on the Yellow Poplar Trail. Enjoy views from overlooks of the Middletown Valley and Frederick. Please indicate if you will meet at the trailhead or carpool. Also, please include your cell number in case I need to contact you.
Hike a wooded loop very close to the Little Gunpowder Falls on mostly smooth trails, but there are a few rocky and rooted areas. You will have 1-2 stream crossings. Scenic short hike to the Jericho Rd covered bridge. Meet at 10am at visitor parking lot in the village.
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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 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 stream crossings.
This hike in Carroll County is on fire roads and foot paths through wooded areas with lots of water views. Expect about 1000 ft of elevation change. There are no stream crossings. Our moving pace will be about 2.25-2.5 mph, but we will be stopping to admire and identify the spring ephemerals that we see.
We will hike a circular route on the Mingo Forks, Bunker Hill, & Gunpowder trails, including a steep ascent to the Green trail. Hike will extend a mile to visit to the ruins of an old mill if the group wishes. ** This hike will NOT visit the ruins.
Hike downstream along both sides of the Big Gunpowder, from Masemore Rd to York Road and back upstream. Hike is a mix of flat areas along the river, with steep hills in two sections.
Our 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 20 minute lunch break. LEAVE: […]
This hike will take in many trails in the Avalon and Hilton Area of PVSP including Santee Branch, Grist Mill, Bloede Dam, Garrett’s Pass, Ridge, Valley View, Morning Choice and Forest Glen, along with Cascade Falls. There are a couple stream crossings and a total elevation gain of approx. 1300 feet. The hiking pace will […]
This will be a somewhat fast-paced hike, walking like we're in a hurry to get somewhere for the entire hike. We will be finished by noon, so you will have the rest of the day to "get things done!" Join us for a fun time and a good workout!
This 10-11 mile hike starts at Hamburg Road and follows trails in the southern part of Frederick Municipal Forest and in the northern part of Gambrill State Park. The hike includes one or two a hard climbs of 700+ feet over a one-mile section of trail. Please indicate whether you plan to carpool or meet […]
This hike of 7.5 miles will start in the parking lot off Trotter Rd in Clarksville, MD. We will be accessing the Wildlife loop, continuing towards the meadow via the Connector trail. Continuing to the South Wind Circle trail including several small loops within loops to access the entire park. There will be no stream […]
Hike the North Point Loop Trail along the Susquehanna River beginning at the Lock House Museum. The hike continues through the town of Havre de Grace to view murals, the Concord Point Lighthouse and Tydings Park.
Hike a wooded loop very close to the Little Gunpowder Falls on mostly smooth trails, but there are a few rocky and rooted areas. You will have 1-2 stream crossings. Scenic short hike to the Jericho Rd covered bridge. Meet at 10am at visitor parking lot in the village.
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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. […]
