Mid-Atlantic Hiking Group

Gunpowder Falls State Park: A Moderate 10 Miles in the Hereford Area with Meal!

December 29, 2012 · 10:00 AM
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A 10 Mile Moderate Hike in Gunpowder State Park: Hereford Area with Optional Post Hike Meal!

A walk through mixed hardwood and conifer woodlands along and above scenic Gunpowder Falls. Circle Gunpowder Falls at arguably its prettiest and most scenic section. The wrought iron Masemore Road Bridge was built in 1898. A wooden pole sits just to the left of the bridge, pointing out the white-blazed Gunpowder South Trail. Follow the trail upstream over mossy rocks and fallen tree trunks for 500 feet to Raven Rock Falls, the stone ruins along Panther Branch, and views of hemlocks clinging to the canyon above Mingo Branch are just a few of the sights along the way. You might also encounter red fox, beaver, and wild turkey.Scenery includes a large variety of wildlife, the Gunpowder River, Prettyboy Dam, Varied Flora, and Rock Formations.

Trail Information

Nearby City: Parkton, MD
Scenery: Gunpowder River, Prettyboy Dam, Varied Flora, and Rock Formations
Exposure: Shade
Length: 10 total miles
Time: About 5-6 hours but depends on the groups pace
Trail Type: Loop
Trail Surface: Packed dirt, rock
Skill Level: Moderate due to some hills and the hike distance
Facilities: Restrooms at the south side of Bunker Hill Road
Local Contacts: Gunpowder Falls State Park

Weather Information
We hike rain or shine! Click here for up to the minute weather information for the trailhead.

Carpool Information

There are 2 carpools for this hike!

Baltimore Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan in the Baltimore vicinity, meet at Savage Station. Click here for directions to Savage Station.

Fairfax, VA (Vienna/Fairfax Metro Stop) Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan in the the Fairfax area from a Metro station, let's meet at Click here for more information regarding this carpool location that is in Fairfax, VA

If you can drive or want to carpool from additional locations, please post your location in the comment section below. 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 Directions to Trailhead

Hike Meetup Time is at 10:00 a.m.

Carpool Time from Fairfax is 8:30 a.m.

Carpool meetup time from Savage Station is 9:00 a.m.

Fido is welcome on this hike!

See ya on the trail!

Mike H: [masked]

Kristopher: [masked]

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Eddie

This is one of the best hikes I've been on. The wintery weather was amazing. I loved the pace. Had a very enjoyable time. Thank you

2 · January 1
Sarah W

Loved the snow and the people!

1 · December 30
Sarita K

Challenging but fun!

2 · December 29
Jean

Thanks for a wonderful hike. The snow really mace for a beautiful back drop.

1 · December 29
Zeynep

Anyone would like to carpool from Annapolis?

1 · December 27
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- Andy Moser
  
  Hi Zeynep--If I get off the wait list tomorro, I'd be interested in carpooling from Annapolis.
  
  1 · December 27
- Victoria
  
  I'm interested and meeting in Annapolis as well. Should we say 8:45?
  
  0 · December 28
- Zeynep
  
  Hi Victoria, we are meeting at Harbor 9 Starbucks parking lot, 8:30-8:45
  
  0 · December 28
- Victoria
  
  I'll be there. :-)
  
  0 · December 28
Alina

The Baltimore carpool spot seems to be pretty far south of Baltimore. Is there anyone else coming from Baltimore who would like to carpool closer, perhaps from the park and ride on I-70?

0 · December 28
Justin

I am coming in from Alexandria and will watch the weather very carefully tomorrow as to road conditions.

0 · December 28
Kellie Carlisle

If you are on the wait list, you will get an e-mail as slots become available. It is a “first come first serve” system for available slots. Slots are open to everyone, whether on the wait list or not. However, being on the wait list will make certain that you are notified when open slots become available as well as letting me know to look for another leader if the trails (and parking) can accommodate it and still comply with our Leave No Trace pledge. Click the following link for how to get off the wait list and RSVP “yes”, http://www.midatlantichiking.co... Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance as that is what I am here for.

0 · December 28
JOEL KATZ

I am driving from New Hampshire Ave and the Belftway. Leave 8:30 AM. Room for one. Joel Katz [masked]

0 · December 28
Craig

What is the plan for a meal?

0 · December 28
Sherry

Nick and I are driving from DC near Union Station and have room for two more.

0 · December 24
- Sarah W
  
  Hey Sherry, do you still have a spot? Thought I would reply to this thread too :)
  
  0 · December 28
Betsy Levin

Is anyone driving from NW DC?

0 · December 17
- Sherry
  
  Hi Betsy, Nick and I are driving from DC. Could you meet us near Union Station around 8:30 am?
  
  0 · December 24
- Sarah W
  
  Hi Sherry, do you have room for one more? I promise to be at union station on time :)
  
  0 · December 28
Arindam Ganguly

hi i am near twinbrook/rockville/bethesda station, looking for a carpool, will chip for the mileage. anyone from this part of the town.

0 · December 28
Robin T.

I'm likely entering them incorrectly, but when I plug the GPS coordinates (N 39' 36.689107, W 76' 41.002250) into Google Maps, it tells me "We couldn't understand this location." Can anyone help with this?

0 · December 20
- Steve G.
  
  Google maps is picky and only likes "decimal degrees". Those are formatted as "degrees and minutes". If you do a google search for "gps coordinate converter", you can convert them into a google maps friendly format.
  
  1 · December 27

27 attended

Mike H.

Certified Hike Leader and Wilderness Medical First Responder, Co-Organizer

Event Host
Kristopher

Volunteer Certified Hike Leader, Assistant Organizer

Event Host
Carin Peterson
Bill M.
Chandrika

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JOEL KATZ
Sherry +1

Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes!
Craig +1
Zeynep
Sam I. Yem
Victoria
Justin
David Loiter
Abby
Patti
Delmy M. Reyes +2

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Eddie

Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes!
Sarah W
Willie
Sarita K

Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes! 03/19/2013
Rose
Alina
Jean

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We are a laid back group of diverse people who enjoy hiking with others while exploring trails in Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. A sense of humor is a must and we are very much a social hiking group. Our group focuses on camaraderie, safety while having good times out on the trail, and leading an active lifestyle. We enjoy Mother Nature's diversity as well as our own, so get your rear in gear and come on out and join us for a hike!

Why We Hike - To have good times, make friends, and maybe even meet that special someone along the trail while enjoying the benefits of the great outdoors. Whether you want to lose weight, have never hiked a mile in your life, or have a goal to rise up to the challenge of ultra hiking 30 miles in one day, we have a hike for you. Remember, we were all newbies once and we enjoy introducing others to hiking. It is a great way to relieve stress while getting great exercise and enjoying the variety of what Mother Nature has to offer.

When We Hike - In the mornings, afternoons, evenings, darkest of nights, every weekend, all year round. We average 10 hikes a week. Seasonal, after work hikes are offered in many areas throughout our region as well.

Where We Hike - Anywhere within the Mid-Atlantic region. We also have special trips to places farther away. Hikes range from very easy sneaker hikes on paved paths along gentle streams and clear lakes, to very strenuous, steep climbs and rock scrambles to mountain summits. We visit Shenandoah National Park, George Washington National Forest, and the Appalachian Trail almost every weekend. We strive to offer at least one easy, moderate, and strenuous hike within 60 miles of Baltimore, DC, and Northern Virginia each weekend. Additionally, we have cookouts, white water floats, hike out/paddle backs, cave trips, natural water slides hikes, Appalachian Trail section hikes, camping trips, volunteer offerings, and last but certainly not least, our very popular Monuments in the Moonlight hikes that have been featured in the Washington Post.

How We Hike - With safety and camaraderie! We will NOT leave anyone behind and we strive for a 1:15 volunteer hike leader to member ratio. Hiking in large groups is not fun for you or anyone else on the trail, including our own volunteer leadership team. Hikes with a large number of people signed up typically have more than one leader to maintain our goal ratio. This also allows us to offer various pace options so you can hike at the right pace for you. We have pledged to practice Leave No Trace outdoor ethics and we do. We also offer many volunteer and trail maintenance opportunities in addition to community building events, so come on out and make a difference in our parks!

Who Should Join - Simply put, you! Whether you are young, old, working, retired, laid off, shy, talkative, energetic, geeky, lazy (but hopefully you don't want to be or we just might have a problem with this one-grin), recovering from an injury, social, or a competitive speed hiker, this is a group for you. We love our diversity and thrive on it!

WARNING - Our calendar is very active ALL FOUR SEASONS and may become addictive and beneficial to your health!

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Gunpowder Falls State Park: A Moderate 10 Miles in the Hereford Area with Meal!

27 attended

Certified Hike Leader and Wilderness Medical First Responder, Co-Organizer

Event Host

Volunteer Certified Hike Leader, Assistant Organizer

Event Host

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Sherry +1

Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes!

Craig +1

Delmy M. Reyes +2

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Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes!

Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes! 03/19/2013

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