5-6 miles in the Hollofield/Park HQ area

This hike will be about five miles with 800 feet of ascent. We'll aim for 2.0 to 2.5 MPH walking speed with a snack stop. We'll have a nice view from the Patapsco Overlook where one can see miles up and down the river from high above the stream bed. We'll walk along the river and see both ends of the RR tunnel. Viewing the second tunnel entrance is optional (that out-and-back section includes about a half-mile of hiking but you can wait for us and we'll pick you up when we return from the second tunnel entrance).

The weather forecast is a bit iffy so the hike maybe cancelled or rescheduled so watch this website and your email for updates.

Please don't sign up for this hike unless you've completed a similar hike recently. The Mountain Club of Maryland (mcomd.org) offers several hikes of varying intensity on Wednesdays and weekends so check them out if you want a more or less damanding hike.

We'll have an optional post-hike brown bag lunch in the park.

We'll meet in the Hollofield area of the hike (39.2958, -76.7828, just off US-40 at 8020 Baltimore National Pike on the south side of the road), If you're coming from Baltimore, exit to the park HQ BUT cross under US-40 to the sentry station in the Hollofield area.

NOTE*NOTE*NOTE ***We are NOT parking at the park HQ***
Also note that the park doesn't open until 9 AM.

We'll have a short snack break at about the hike mid-point.

Much of the hike is rocky so hiking boots and trekking poles are highly recommended. There are no significant stream crossings.

BGE is upgrading some of their facilities in the area so, while I've tried to avoid their work areas, we may need to make some last-minute changes.

By registering for this hike, you agree to the following waiver of liability:
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“I am aware of the risks inherent in outdoor activities. Therefore, I will be responsible for my own well-being while participating in the activities of the Mountain Club of Maryland, and while traveling to and from these activities. I agree that the Mountian Club of Meetup Group, its officers, representatives, and trip leaders are not liable individually or collectively for any injury, disease, sickness, loss, or damage to my person or property, direct or consequential, arising out of the activities of the Group. Neither I nor anyone in my household is currently in quarantine, is awaiting the results of a corona-virus test, or has a fever, or any flu-like symptoms.”

Come hike with us! It's good for your heart and good for your soul.

Please note that we do not wait for late-comers so please plan ahead.