About us
We are the premier Baltimore Hiking group with over 9,000 members.
This group is for all those who are dedicated to hiking, biking, camping, and any other fun outdoor activity in and around Baltimore whether in the natural areas or urban settings. We offer a range of activities at different times and locations, and encourage all members to make suggestions or plan and lead events.
All are welcome to join--see you on on hike!
*** IMPORTANT ***
PARTICIPATION IN THIS GROUP IS SUBJECT TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE JOINING.
Hiking Around Baltimore Hall of Fame
Thank you to all our Members who have helped pay the Meetup organizer fees.
2025: Margarita, Kari, Sandra, Adrienne, Linda, Melissa, Elisa, Rachel, Robert, Mary-Glen, Michael, Dawn, Julia, Laura, Michele, Kalpana, Mary, Jim
Upcoming events
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Patapsco State Park Avalon Area & Daniels: Moderate 5.5 Miles
Patapsco State Park, 5120 South Street, Arbutus, MD, USEnjoy a nice hike in Patapsco State Park with streams and scenic valleys.
Directions from 95 East or West: Take the I 195 exit toward BWI Airport, then take Rt 1 South (1st exit). Take the 1st Right on South St and in two blocks make a left into the park. Go through the entrance ($3 charge) and follow the road to a T. Make a left at the T and go about 2 blocks to the parking lot. Make the first right into the parking lot.
Daniels Restaurant: Exit Park and Make a Right on South Street. Make a Right at Rt 1 South. In about 0.5 to 1 mile make a Right into Daniels Parking Lot.
Dogs Allowed.
Cell: 443-794-0683
Bring plenty of Water.
BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tjEb7V9k3PrH/view) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE RSVP'ING.
14 attendees
Patapsco Woodstock Trail & Inn: moderate 7 miles
The Woodstock Inn, 1415 Woodstock Road, Woodstock, MD, USHike along the Patapsco River and enjoy scenic views through a nice valley with rolling hills. A few hills to climb that are not too steep. A pleasant hike that is rated as moderate.
Parking can be difficult, so Starting at 9:30 AM
Optional: Woodstock Inn after hike. Half Price Burgers on Monday !!!
Directions: Woodstock Inn, 1415 Woodstock Rd, Woodstock MD 21163.
Location near Rt 70 and Marriotsville Rd and close to Ellicott City. Meet in the parking lot across from the Woodstock Inn. Park in the lot across from Woodstock Inn or on the side of the road.
Bring water.
Greg's Cell # 443-794-0683.
DOGS ALLOWED.
*** IMPORTANT ***
BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE RSVP'ING.
13 attendees
Patapsco State Park & Daniels Restaurant: Garret's Pass, Moderate 6.5 Miles
Patapsco State Park, 5120 South Street, Arbutus, MD, USEnjoy a nice walk up a valley with a running stream and a nice view of Garret's Pass, trails near Landing Rd and the Valley of Cascade Falls.
Directions from 95 East or West: Take the I 195 exit toward BWI Airport, then take Rt 1 South (1st exit). Take the 1st Right on South St and in two blocks make a left into the park. Go through the entrance ($3 charge) and follow the road to a T. Make a left at the T and go about 2 - 3 miles to the parking lot by the swinging bridge. Park on Left Hand Side.
Greg's Cell: 443-794-0683
Dogs Allowed.
Wear hiking shoes.
Bring Water and Food for lunch/snack.
*****IMPORTANT*****
BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS ([https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view)) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE RSVP'ING.
16 attendees
Hike Antietam Battlefield! - 8 Moderate Miles
Antietam Battlefield Visitors Center, 5831 Dunker Church Road, Sharpsburgh, MD, USAntietam is a moderate 8 mile hike around this sacred battle field. We travel up rolling fields, along a stream, and among gorgeous farmlands in addition to seeing various monuments along the way.
This is approximately a 3 - 4 hour hike and it takes 90 minutes to get to Antietam from Baltimore. Please plan accordingly; we step off at 1030 sharp.
There is a $6 charge for cars to park at the visitors center. Please meet at flagpole at visitors center. Please bring plenty of water, wear comfortable shoes and bring some snacks. We will stop along the stream to eat our snacks. :)
Optional Lunch: Benders Public House and Eatery located at 111 Main Street in Sharpsburg. Benders is near Antietam and on your way home.
No dogs please
The Bloodiest One Day Battle in American History
23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led to Abraham Lincoln's issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.Directions are located here:
http://www.nps.gov/anti/planyourvisit/directions.htm*** IMPORTANT ***
BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE RSVP'ING.
15 attendees
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