Old Forge-Caledonia SP! 6 Rock Outcroppings to Scramble! 10mi Easy Side of Stren
- December 1, 2012 · 10:30 AM
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Multiple Rock Scrambles Appalachian Trail Hike!
Old Forge-Caledonia State Park (Michaux State Forest)
An Easy Side of Strenuous 10.5 Mile Hike
Chimney Rocks is Must See Along with Several Rock Scrambles on This Hike!
Driving Distance from D.C. is only 76 Miles (Closer Than SNP for Those in D.C.) for this Spectacular Hike with Rock Scrambles!
This park-to-park ridgetop hike of 10.5 miles rates as one of the most delightful day hikes in Pennsylvania. Out of the Antietam Cove area, once the extended Blue Ridge, is gained on what is known locally as South Mountain, where there are several excellent views, an unexpected boggy area, and a good half dozen rock outcroppings to scramblethrough before a gradual descent into the valley that holds Conococheague Creek and Caledonia State Park.
Hike Pace
This hike will be at about a 2.5mph pace. Please take this into consideration when signing up for this hike.
Trail Information
Activity Type: Hiking
Nearby City: Rouzerville
Length: 10.5 total miles
Elevation Gain: Minimal
Trail Type: Point-to-point with shuttle service so we don't have to backtrack at all as we try to avoid out and back hiking. An explanation for how this works is provided on the page where the directions to where we meet for this hike are provided.
Skill Level: Moderate but there are at least three rock scramble on this hike making it more of an easy side of strenuous combined with the length. Great transition hike for those looking to move up to strenuous hiking.
Duration: 6 hours
Trailhead Elevation: 1,000 feet
Top Elevation: 1,940 feet
Topo Map: Appalachian Trail: Old Forge Picnic Grounds to Caledonia State Park Topographic Map
Weather Information
We hike rain or shine! Click here to see an up to the minute forecast for where we will be hiking if you want to keep an eye on the forecast for the trail.
Gear Information
Click here for suggestions for what to wear and what not to wear for our hikes.
Carpool Information
To carpool from the Baltimore/Laurel areas, meet at Savage Station. Click here for directions to Savage Station.
If you can drive or want to carpool from additional locations, please post your location in the comment section below. Click here for suggested carpool locations complete with directions. For those who need a ride, reach out to the drivers. Make friends, and support the environment - by just offering a ride!
Directions to the Trailhead
Click here for directionsto where we meet for this hike.
Hike is at 10:30 a.m.
Carpool Meetup Time is 8:00 a.m.
Optional Post Hike Meal
We will have an optional post hike meal to be decided by group consensus, preferably decided prior to the hike so we can head straight there instead of spending time trying to decide when we are all tired and hungry-grin.
Fido is Welcome on this Hike with Leader Approval Due to Multiple Rock Scrambles!
Please remember we are a social hiking group that values fellowship and camaraderie and practice good hike etiquette. We take breaks as necessary and have at least one guide in the front in addition to a "sweeper" in the back which means that no hiker is left behind. If you get upset because someone has to rest at the top of a hill etc. then please find another group! We are very supportive, encouraging, and focus on safety while getting or staying fit on the trail and practicing Leave No Trace outdoor ethics.
Please take my number with you just and case and let's have good times and see you on the trail!
Sandy: [masked]
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Priyanga
What a beautiful day for a hike, thanks Sandy for leading (and letting me shadow)!
December 2
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A former member
I think the title is a bit misleading. I did not scramble anyplace on the hike - there were maybe two places you had to carefully step over a couple of larger rock clusters, but that's about it. And as Bill mentioned, we seemed very focused on getting through to the other side and so didn't do any extra scrambling on the outcroppings that we passed. Having said that, the fact it was misleading was the reason I decided to go, and I am very glad I joined!! Great people!...so it worked out. Thank you.
December 2
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jon landenburger
Hi all , I kind of got into this late. But will be going from Rockville. I am willing to drive or ride. It looks like Ken's car in Shady Grove is full. so, that being the case ,I will drive from Rockville and have room for a couple more. Jon L
November 29
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filomena
lol! no Kellie, I ended up driving to the hike with my own vehicle...amazingly I got there 15 minutes early (and even b4 my ride)! thx for checking!
December 1
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Sandy Balliet
A foggy start to the hike, but after the fog wore off a nice hike. I would like to thank everyone for coming out
December 1
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Nicholas Davis
Excellent group. I definitely thought his hike was more on the moderate side and less on the strenuous side.
December 1
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Bill Gatesman
The write up stated: "Chimney Rocks is Must See". I am not sure if we saw that. While I did see some stacked rocks that I thought could have been Chimney Rocks, and I was interested in going to explore them, most of the group had been walking so quickly and was way ahead, and the tail end was close behind me, so I passed on the opportunity.
I thought the pace was rather quick. For me, it was exercise with less opportunity to enjoy the scenery, but perhaps I am a slow hiker -- I don't know. Having said that, it was a long hike, and I was happy that it was still daylight when it ended, and it was light for about half of my drive home. So, if the pace had been slower, the hike would have ended later, which would not have been as good. I suppose starting earlier could have resolved that issue.
Nevertheless, I enjoyed getting out on a beautiful day, and I enjoyed the conversations I had with fellow hikers. The group was prompt to begin the shuttle process -- that was good.
December 1
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Nicholas Davis
It looks like nobody is going to Shady Grove metro, so I won't stop there either. We will swing by Rockville metro at 8:30 to caravan with the group.
November 30
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Nicholas Davis
We are skipping the stop at Rockville. Running a few mins late. Will go directly to hike
December 1
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A former member
Ok, so I just got the e-mail that my ride, Kenneth, from Shady Grove cannot make it. Is there anyone who has room for one around the Rockville area?
November 30
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A former member
Anyone have room for 1 more? I'll just free up a spot for anyone one the RSVP list.
November 30
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Kenneth Teague
If anyone wants to carpool from the Shady Grove metro station, let me know and I'll be there at 8:45am. It's a 1:25 drive to the meetup location from this point.
November 25
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Nicholas Davis
Kenny, I now have 4 in my car. We will meet up with you at Shady Grove to follow you out to the hike.
November 29
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Kenneth Teague
Demi, Priyanga, Dora, I'm afraid I can't make it tomorrow. I hope one of you can drive. Sorry about this!
November 30
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Kellie Carlisle
If you are on the wait list and would like to go on the hike, you will get an e-mail as slots are available. It is a “first come first serve” for available slots. Open slots are open to everyone whether on the wait list or not, but the wait list will insure you are notified of open slots as well as letting me know to look for another leader if the hike can handle it. Click here for how to get off the wait list and RSVP “yes”, http://www.midatlantichiking.co...
Hope this helps and enjoy the hike. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance as that is what I am here for.November 30
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Sandy Balliet
Is anyone interested in carpooling from the Target on RT 140 in Pikesville (Northern Baltimore County) at 8:45am?
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Nicholas Davis
Are you planning to sign up or this hike? I didn't see your name on the list.
November 28
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filomena
Hello! if anybody else has a spot for me to carpool in I'll join too! I am coming from S.Mary's County, MD and hoping to find a seat from DC, anywhere! Thanks!
November 28
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Nicholas Davis
We are driving from DC, starting near Union Station. If anyone wants a ride from there, we have room for 2 people.
November 26
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18 attended
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Nicholas Davis +1
Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes!
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jon landenburger
Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes! 01/20/2013
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Mike H.
Certified Hike Leader and Wilderness Medical First Responder, Co-Organizer
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Sarita K
Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes! 03/19/2013
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A former member
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A former member
Your organizer's refund policy for Old Forge-Caledonia SP! 6 Rock Outcroppings to Scramble! 10mi Easy Side of Stren
Refunds offered if:
- the Meetup is cancelled
- the Meetup is rescheduled
- you can cancel at least 2 day(s) before the Meetup
Additional notes: Refund if I am contacted or your RSVP changed to NO prior to 48 hours before hike time.
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