
Hike: MD AT#1 High Rock to Rte. 16
ActivityRP-2019 Spring|#RP9180.303
May 18, 2019
8 yrs +, Mixed
Adventure, Nature & OutdoorsFamily
Description
The Appalachian Trail crossing Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania features historic Civil War sights and panoramic views of mountains and valleys; trip leaders will interpret points of interest. Hike leaders keep a moderate pace. Earn a certificate and patch by hiking each of the seven sections in the Maryland Appalachian Trail series at least once within a 3-year period. Earn a 100-mile certificate and patch by hiking additional miles on the Pennsylvania and Virginia sections of the Appalachian Trail. Under 16 must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian. Participants should be in good shape, have good balance and depth perception to be able to hike two miles over rocky hills without a break and the ability to complete the distance indicated. Fee includes van or school bus transportation from the Park & Ride lot at the intersection of Rte. 100 and Long Gate Pkwy, Ellicott City. MD AT Section #1: High Rock to Rte 16: Begin at High Rock's panoramic view. Cross the Mason-Dixon line, hike through a hemlock forest, and eat your lunch at the historic Pen Mar Park. Moderately difficult terrain: 6 miles.
Activity meeting dates
May 18, 2019
Sat8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
More Information
SupervisorMatt Medicus Ext. 1769
Number of sessions1
DepartmentRecreation & Parks
Registration dates
ResidentsFrom Mar 6, 2019 6:00 PM
Non-residentsFrom Mar 13, 2019 6:00 PM
$17.00
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Notes
Under 16 must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian. Info: Matt Medicus, 410-313-1769 or www.howardcountymd.gov/trailhikes.