6 Mile Hike: Patapsco Valley State Park's Rock Haven Area With Nice Water Views

This hike will allow us to see scenic trails along with getting the benefits of fresh air and exercise. We will start @ 9:15 am with a medium pace, which will our team to stay together and have ample time to appreciate beautiful natural surroundings. Definitely bring a great attitude and come with water. This hike is cross posted with other meetup groups.

PLEASE READ detailed information below (Thanks!).

PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK: Has scenic waterways, including extending along 32 miles of the beautiful Patapsco River with diverse vegetation, 16,043 acres of spectacular terrain, abundant wildlife, trails and other recreational areas.

NOTE: There are a few hills (Estimated - Elevation Gain @ 560 feet.) and some stream crossings. Terrain is mostly hard packed trail with some grounds encompassing tree roots and rocks. This is a hike for those who hike or walk at least 10 miles per week - and please RSVP only if you can maintain a medium pace and navigate through stream crossings & up and down hills - THANKS.

SUGGESTED HIKING MATERIALS:

• Long hiking pants, long sleeve shirt, hiking shoes or hiking boots are highly recommended. However, trail running shoes or sneakers with treads can work.
• Hiking/trekking poles (optional).
• 2 liters of water
• Insect repellant
• Sunscreen.

WHERE TO MEET:

• Meet at trailhead. Park on either side of St Johnsbury Rd near trailhead (see photo).
• Use coordinates 39.28723759381138, -76.77677463588522 or click here .

WHY WE VOLUNTEER: Your organizers are volunteers and we are sharing our passion for the outdoors. We organize events for fun, to socialize, get exercise, experience nature and meet cool new people. No bad attitudes please. :)

For any last minute concerns, call (240) 745-5093‬.

BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS - click HERE (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE RSVP'ING.
COVID-19 GUIDELINES

• This event is limited to members who have been vaccinated for COVID-19.
• If you don't feel well, have a cough or cold, or may have been exposed to any type of flu in the last 14 days, please stay home.

Thank you for your cooperation and please be safe!