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    • 17 Oct 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
    • Burkittsville, MD
    • 9
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    7 miles, Level 5, Suitable for advanced beginners looking for a challenge to intermediate and above hikers. 

    Fall hike, fresh air, and endless color can be found at Weverton Cliffs.

    Weverton Cliffs rise above the Potomac River at South Mountain’s southernmost portion and offers a panoramic view of the Potomac River Valley including Buzzard Rock and Short Hill Mountain in Virginia.


    Gathland State Park is home to a large stone monumental arch dedicated to the memory of Civil War correspondents. The land was owned by George Alfred Townsend, a Civil War journalist. Several buildings and structures were designed by Townsend in the late 1800s, two of which remain today and one of them is a museum.

    We'll begin our hike on The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) which passes through the park. The trail traverses the mostly rocky ridgetop surface through deciduous woodlands as we make our way to the cliffs. Optional stop at the Ed Garvey Memorial Shelter. After a break taking in the views, we’ll descend about a mile down a series of switchbacks to the Weverton Park-n-ride.

    As with all WWO hikes, there will be a leader and a sweep, and no one will be left behind.

    There is limited space, so please register early. Although this ride is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register. After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

    • 31 Oct 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Delaplane, VA
    • 14
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    5.5 miles. Suitable intermediate to advanced hikers.

    Nestled in the heart of Virginia's Piedmont, Sky Meadows offers views at their finest, draped in shades of gold, crimson, and amber.


    Whether you're hiking under a canopy of fiery foliage or pausing at a scenic overlook, each trail invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with nature's seasonal splendor. 

    We utilize several trails, including the Appalachian Trail, to loop together 5.5 miles as we traverse forests, meadows, and ridgelines. We have a nice warm up before we start our one and only climb of about 1,000 feet. Good to get it out of the way and begin a wonderful journey through a tapestry of golden meadows and vibrant woodlands as autumn paints the landscape in rich hues.

    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. 

Past events

11 Oct 2026 Washington Women Outdoors Annual Picnic
20 Sep 2026 HIKE: Mary's Rock via Pinnacles Picnic Grounds
13 Sep 2026 The Other Washington Monument Hike
23 Aug 2026 Prince William Forest Park
9 Aug 2026 HIKE: Black Hill Regional Park-Furry friend
25 Jul 2026 White Oak & Cedar Run Circuit Hike
11 Jul 2026 Hike:Gambrill State Park Day Hike
27 Jun 2026 **Resch**Hike:Gambrill State Park Day Hike
7 Jun 2026 Hike: Ford Mine at Great Falls
16 May 2026 Hike: Rapidan Camp - SNP
10 May 2026 Hike: Exploring Seneca Creek Greenway (Shuttle)
12 Apr 2026 Hike: Bluebells at Riverbend Hike
28 Mar 2026 Hike: Fox Hollow & Snead Farm, SNP
15 Mar 2026 HIKE: Rock Creek Park Nature Ramble
28 Feb 2026 Hike: Greenbrier State Park
15 Feb 2026 HIKE: Theodore Roosevelt Island
7 Feb 2026 Hike: Greenbrier State Park **CANCELLED**
13 Dec 2025 Hike: Hemlock Overlook Regional Park
29 Nov 2025 Hike: Sugarloaf Mountain - Burn off the Turkey
9 Nov 2025 Hike: Bear Church Rock
1 Nov 2025 Rooted & Rising: Forest Bathing, Mindful Movement, & Sound by the River
11 Oct 2025 WWO Annual Picnic plus Hike and Yoga!
5 Oct 2025 Battle of First Manassas (Furry Friend)
20 Sep 2025 Weverton Cliffs via Gathland State Park
6 Sep 2025 Serenity in Motion: A Hike, Yoga, and Sound Bath Fusion
24 Aug 2025 Maryland Heights Trail
10 Aug 2025 Seneca Creek State Park - Furry Friend
26 Jul 2025 Hazel River Falls Day Hike
20 Jul 2025 Scott's Run Nature Preserve
21 Jun 2025 Sugarloaf Loop - Shenandoah National Park
8 Jun 2025 Volcano & Dinosaur Hike - Prince William Forest Park
7 Jun 2025 Appalachian Trail Festival
17 May 2025 Gambrill State Park Day Hike
4 May 2025 Mason Neck State Park Hike
27 Apr 2025 Difficult Run-Great Falls Park, VA Hike
10 Apr 2025 Bluebells at Riverbend - Midweek Hike
22 Mar 2025 Rose River Falls Day Hike
8 Mar 2025 The Other Washington Monument Hike
23 Feb 2025 Ford Mine at Great Falls Hike
28 Dec 2024 Battle of First Manassas Day Hike
14 Dec 2024 Hike: Jones Point Park to National Harbor Christmas Market
23 Nov 2024 Sugarloaf Mountain Day Hike
11 Nov 2024 Prince William Forest Park w/optional Marine Corp Museum visit
20 Oct 2024 Sky Meadows State Park & Fall Foliage Festival
28 Sep 2024 Weverton Cliffs via Gathland State Park
22 Sep 2024 WWO Annual Picnic and 45th Anniversary Celebration plus Hike and Yoga!
8 Sep 2024 Riverbend Park to Great Falls Overlook
24 Aug 2024 Lewis Falls Trail Hike
15 Aug 2024 Car Camping, Hiking & Tubing
10 Aug 2024 Catoctin Mtn Park: Two Rocks and a Vista
14 Jul 2024 Mason Neck State Park Hike
7 Jul 2024 Ford Mine at Great Falls Hike
15 Jun 2024 Little Devils Stairs Day Hike
9 Jun 2024 Seneca Creek State Park - Furry Friend
25 May 2024 Gambrill State Park Day Hike
11 May 2024 Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
20 Apr 2024 Shenandoah Summit Sampler
11 Apr 2024 Bluebells at Riverbend Hike
16 Mar 2024 Volcano & Dinosaur Hike - Prince William Forest Park
10 Mar 2024 Difficult Run-Great Falls Park, VA Hike
24 Feb 2024 Battle of First Manassas Hike
17 Feb 2024 CANCELLED - Weverton Cliffs via Gathland State Park Hike (w/car shuttle)
26 Nov 2023 Sugarloaf Mountain – Burn off the Turkey Day Hike
11 Nov 2023 Prince William Forest Park Hike with Optional Museum Visit


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