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5 miles, Level 2, suitable for advanced beginners. Woodland trails to rocky ridge tops for scenic views of the Potomac River and Great Falls.
We'll hike alongside Difficult Run as it flows to the Potomac River. The trail can be rocky, possibly muddy in sections, and involve a few stream crossings as we make our way towards the river. It will become narrow at times as we hike up to the ridge. Very little tree foliage provides wonderful views of the river and surrounding area. Further into the park we'll stop at the overlooks (may involve some rock scrambling) and take in the river as it falls over a series of steep, jagged rocks through Mather Gorge. We can see what remains of the historic Patowmack Canal and explore Matildaville ruins. A town that flourished for nearly 30 years from 1790 through the 1820s. Bathrooms will be open but the Visitor Center is under construction and closed.
As with all WWO hikes, there will be a leader and a sweep, and no one will be left behind.
After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.
There is limited space, so please register early. Although this hike is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register.
5.3 miles, Level 3 rating, suitable for beginners. The trails in Mason Neck are best during the heat of the summer when the foliage is blooming.
Mason Neck is a diverse ecosystem of wetlands, forest, open water, ponds, and fields making it ideal for environmental study and wildlife observation. This park has an area of 1,814 acres is home to bald eagles, great blue herons, ospreys, and many other types of wildlife including deer, snakes, and turtles. Hopefully, we can spy some of these beautiful birds as we walk along the beach or out to marsh to a bird blind. Binoculars are a must have especially out over the view of Belmont Bay. I'll be happy to share mine if you don't have a pair.
6.5 miles, Level 5 rating. Suitable for intermediate to advanced hikers. Gambrill is a beautiful mountain park, located on the ridge of the Catoctin Mountains in Frederick County.
Nestled atop the Catoctin Mountains, Gambrill State Park beckons nature enthusiasts with its rugged charm and breathtaking vistas. We'll hike along trails winding through lush forests and rocky terrain.
The park has three native-stone overlooks which were built by the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) in the 1930s. Middletown overlook offers sprawling scenic views to the west. North Frederick and Frederick overlooks offer expansive views of Catoctin Mountains of the east.
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