Appalachian Trail! Washington Monument to Annapolis Rock! Moderate Hike!
- January 6 · 10:00 AM
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Appalachian Trail Hike!
Washington Monument to Annapolis Rock!
An Easy Side of Strenuous 11 Miles
Pack Lunch To Enjoy While Taking In Fantastic Views From Annapolis Rocks!
This out-and-back hike in Frederick County on the Appalachian Trail covers 11 miles, includes numerous rocky sections, has a couple of interesting overlooks, and has a total ascent of 1700+ feet, including a climb of 500 feet over.8 mile. Located atop South Mountain, Washington Monument State Park is named for the first completed monument dedicated to the memory of George Washington. The Washington Monument is a rugged stone tower that was initially erected by the citizens of Boonsboro in 1827.
Annapolis Rock is a rock cliff that rises above Cumberland Valley to the west, offering a fine view of the valley and of Greenbrier Lake. The rocks attract day hikers, rock climbers, photographers, picnickers, bird watchers and seekers of solitude, as well as overnight campers.
Highlights:Annapolis Rock offers a fine view of Greenbrier Lake and Cumberland Valley to the west.
Transition Hike!
This is an awesome transition hike for those interested in moving from moderate to strenuous hiking without having to drive hours to see if your are ready for it! It is not too long but has just the right combination of hills and length to help develop your hiking legs. Also, the meal from atop Annapolis Rocks will allow a bit of a reward near to the halfway point.
Hike Pace
This pace for this hike will be a moderate pace of about 2.5mph and the average hiking pace used as a baseline in most hiking books. (most common pace).
Trail Information
Nearby City: Middletown MD
Length: 11 miles
Total Ascent: 1700+ feet
Trail Type: Appalachian Trail Section Hike
Skill Level: Easy Side of Strenuous
Season: Year-round
Local Contacts: Washington Monument State Park
Weather Information
We hike rain, snow, or shine! We will hike rain, snow, or shine. Click Here to see what the weather will be like where the hike is (not where you live or our coming from)
Gear Information
Here are some suggestions for what to wear and what not to wear for our hikes.
Special Winter Gear Note:
Traction gear is a must in order to hike in the winter with our group on certain hikes, for safety and so we can hike all four seasons! The most dependable/reliable gear in our opinion is either Kahtoola Microspikes or STABILicers Originals (Stabilicer "Originals" and not the "lites" as too many "lites" have snapped while out on the trail) and YakTrax are highly discouraged. Traction gear/ice cleats come in handy for getting the mail or walking the dog, in addition to any other outdoor activity where there is ice involved! You can run on the ice with them on and many runners do just that!
Carpool Information
There are 3 carpools for this hike!
Baltimore Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan from the Baltimore area, meetup at the Savage Station. Click here for directions to Savage Station.
DC Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan from the metro DC area, meetup at the Centerville Park and Ride. Click here for informationand directions to the Centerville location.
32 Park and Ride
There is an additional carpool location for this hike. Click here for directions to the 32 park and ride location.
If you can drive or want to carpool from additional locations such as the DC area, 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 this hike!
Hike is at 10:00 a.m.
Carpool time from Savage Station is 8:30 a.m.
Carpool meetup time from Centerville Park and Ride is 8:30 a.m.
Carpool meetup time from 32 Park and Ride is 9:00 a.m.
Fido is Welcome on this Hike Only with Hike Leader Approval!
Please take the hike leader(s) number with you just in case!
Priyanga: [masked]
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Elana
Great winter hike, the pace was just right. I 'm glad I had my Stabilicers and poles - I enjoyed the hike because I didn't have to worry about falling on the icy spots
January 7
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Eddie
I had such a wonderful time today. Evryone was so warm, friendly, and interesting! I had a lot of laughs and I'm sure I made some new and lasting connections. Thank you too Priyanga Tuovinen for leading the hike and I loved the pace. Thank you to Glenn for also being a hike leader today. I was in very capable hands! Can't wait until next time!
1 · January 6
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Stuart Tate
What a great day to hike and absolutely beautiful views especially off of Annapolis Rock. Thanks Priyanga for leading the hike!
2 · January 6
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Priyanga
Does anyone want to carpool from Grosvenor metro station? Can drive or ride here... let me know. Thanks!
January 2
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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.January 5
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Janis Light
does anyone know if the trail conditions are such that we will need winter hiking apparatus
January 5
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Glenn
I believe there may be light snow on the trail but I do not believe we will need traction spikes.
January 5
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Priyanga
I don't know the trail conditions will be for this AT hike on Sunday, but parts of the trail at Catoctin today were covered in a slick layer of ice. I recommend everyone who has traction footgear and poles to bring them along just in case it is needed. There is also helpful page on gear information, including winter gear, here: http://www.midatlanti...
January 5
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Rachel
Looking forward to it. I don't have a car and live in DC, so I'm hoping I can carpool with someone able to swing by a DC metro station.
December 22
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Rachel
Emily, I live in Mt. Pleasant, west of Columbia Heights. I can also get to any metro. Let me know what works for you. Thanks for your offer of a ride.
December 30
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Emily
Hi Rachel- I am sorry but I am going to have to bail tomorrow. I've been on the edge of getting sick and was hoping to get off easy but no luck I'm officially sick now. I hope you don't have too much trouble getting a ride there!
January 5
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Beda Jean-Francois
Priyanga, Lina, & stuart: I will not be attending tomorrow's hike. Have fun & be safe. Thank you! Beda
January 5
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Devon Alexander Stoney
Good Morning I tried to sign up from the wait list an apparently Amazon is not working this morning just wanted to give you all a heads up. I will try to sigh up again in an hour.
January 3
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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.January 3
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Rachel
When I was on a hike today, I was informed that traction footgear is required for any winter hikes with this meetup group. Just to doublecheck, will that be a requirement for this hike?
December 30
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Priyanga
Hi there, thanks so much for checking! Footgear and clothing are important considerations when hiking in winter. There is a helpful page on gear information, including winter gear, that I encourage all to review: http://www.midatlanti...
. For this hike, please have weather appropriate footwear (at a minimum, waterproof hiking boots) and clothing (avoid cotton, dress in layers) and use common sense :) I recommend everyone have traction footgear available in case it is needed. Traction gear will be required for safety depending on the weather - i.e. if the trail is coated in a layer of ice. Check the link under weather information above for an up-to-date forecast. Please let me know if you have any additional questions - we're here to help!1 · January 2
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Beda Jean-Francois
Happy Holidays! kindly let me know if anyone in the Rockville/Bethesda area would like to car pool. Many thanks!
December 27
15 attended
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raychill +2
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Jim S
Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes!
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Eddie
Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes!
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Sarita K
Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes! 03/19/2013
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Stuart Tate
Pre-Approved for Very Strenuous Hikes! 01/14/13
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Additional notes: Refund if you cancel PRIOR to 48 hours before start of hike time with no questions asked
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