The following are the hikes led by the Vigorous Hikers leaders over the past years for use by leaders in planning future hikes:
2018 - 2024 Completed Hikes
(see documents below for previous hikes-
(underlined hike titles are linked to Facebook hike report page)
Tuesday September 2, 2025 - Whiteoak Canyon and Hawksbill Mountain. (PATC Map 10) We will start at the Whiteoak Canyon Parking lot off Rte 600 and take the Whiteoak Canyon Trail to the AT and head south to the Salamander trail and to the top of Hawksbill. We go down the Hawksbill Trail and Cedar Run Trail back to the parking lot.(16 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain).
Leader - Esther Park, estherparkorg@gmail.com
Tuesday Auguse 26, 2025 – 16th Annual Big Meadows Luncheon with Rose River Splash Down. Central District SNP. From the Rose River trailhead, we will ascend the Rapidan Fire Road for a leisurely lunch at Big Meadows Lodge. After lunch we will descend the Rose River Fire Road for a splashdown in the Rose River at the trailhead; about 16 miles with 2600 feet of ascent. For the more vigorously inclined there is an option to visit President Hoover’s Rapidan Camp before lunch; about 18 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday Auguse 19, 2025 – AT north from Rt 55 - We will do an out and back hike of roughly 16 to 18 miles. The hike will start from the Tuckers Lane AT Trailhead parking, Markham, VA, which is on Tucker Lane, near its intersection with Rt 55 (38.9113850, -78.0528107).
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday Auguse 12, 2025 – Roller Coaster (Appalacian Trail, AT) - We will north from the Ravens Rock Trailhead (north side of Rt 7 near Snickers Gap, 39.116470,-77.852423). This will be an out and back hike for roughly 16 to 18 miles, or shorter as each hiker chooses.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday Auguse 5, 2025 – Thornton Gap to Little Stony Man & Stony Man. From Panorama pkg lot off Rt 211 out and back on the AT starting high and staying high. 18 miles and 3900 ft or 16miles and 3500ft
Leader: David Horn, horn.david@yahoo.com.
Tuesday July 29, 2025 – Beecher Ridge and Overall Run Trail loop - Starting at the Elkwallow rest area. This is a 13.7 mile clockwise hike with 3200 feet of ascent. Near the end of the hike, an additional loop can be added that goes to Hogback Mountain then returns via Sugarloaf and Piney Branch Trails. This addition adds 3.2 miles of distance and 500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday July 22, 2025 – Caledonia state park - Appalachian trail, Rocky Knob Trail, Beaver Trail, Greenwood Road, Hosack Trail, Three Valley and Ramble Trail loop. 101 Pine Grove Road, Fayetteville, PA 17222 (Lot 2) near the restrooms. 17 miles, 2700 feet. We will start at GPS: 39.909188, -77.483572.
Leader: Sydney Dy, syd0705@gmail.com
Tuesday July 15, 2025 – 3 Falls Loop. Starting at Cedar Run TH on Skyline Drive heading south on Big Meadows Horse Trail, past Rose River Falls and Dark Hollow Falls, across the drive on Story of the Forest Trail, Tanner 's Ridge Horse Trail, Lewis Springs Falls trail and back on the AT. More details and map with the announcement.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday July 8, 2025 – Skyland Hike Around - Stay High in the Heat (15 miles, 3350 ft)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday July 1, 2025 – AT/Sky Meadows - Meet at parking lot at the base of Liberty Hill Lane where it intersects Route 50 (39.018174, -77.968487). We head up to the AT and then south to Sky Meadows State Park where we will explore the trails and enjoy the views. About 17 miles with 3000 ft. of ascent. (PATC Map 8)
Leader: David Horn, horn.david@yahoo.com
Tuesday June 24, 2025 – Robertson, Stony Man, Corbin Mtn. From Old Rag Parking Lot., take Weakley Hollow Fire Road to Robertson Mt Trail then ascend to Stony Man peak for lunch. Return via Old Rag Fire Road,
Corbin Mt. and Nicholson Trails. 15.5 miles and 3900 ft ascent. Several shorter versions available.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday June 17, 2025 – Little Devils, Overall Run, Hull School
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday June 10, 2025 – Elizabeth Furnace/Signal Knob - (PATC Map G) Starting at Elizabeth Furnace, hikers will do a figure-8 to Shawl Gap, Sherman Gap, Meneka Peak, and Bear Wallow back down to Elizabeth Furnace. 17.5 miles and about 3800' elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday June 3, 2025 – Overall Run Loop - Loop Hike starting at Elkwallow Picknick Area Parking.
Leader: David Horn, horn.david@yahoo.com
Tuesday May 27, 2025 – Bucks Ridge/Sam's Ridge/Buck Hollow - Starting at the Buck Ridge trailhead parking on Rt 211 near the SNP east entrance, we will hike Buck Ridge, Hazel Mtn., White Rocks, Hazel River and Sam’s Ridge trails. Then return to the parking area via Hazel Mtn. and Buck Hollow trails. This is about 16 miles and around 3800 feet of ascent. It is requested that hikers maintain a minimum 2.5 mile per hour pace or take advantage of the shortcut to skip numerous stream crossings and the Sam’s Ridge climb.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday May 20, 2025 – Paw Paw Tunnel Area
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday May 13, 2025 – cancelled
Tuesday May 6, 2025 – From Weverton Cliffs Parking Lot we will take the AT to White Rocks and back. Approximately 20 miles / 3400 feet elevation, out and back so flexible. Weverton Cliffs Parking Lot is on Weverton Cliff Road, Knoxville, MD, 39.33319640718813, -77.6833062927226
Leader: Sydney Dy, syd0705@gmail.com
Tuesday April 29, 2025 – AT Linden north to Sky Meadows and Back - (PATC Map 8) We will meet at 8:00 am for an out and back along the AT starting at the parking lot on VA-725 just north of I-66 and Rte. 55.. We will hike north about 9 miles to where the AT enters Sky Meadows State Park, have lunch, and then return the same way for a total of 18 miles and around 3000 feet of elevation gain. Since it is an out and back, it will be easy for anyone wishing less mileage to cut it shorter.
Leader: Mina Goodrich, larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday April 22, 2025 – Brookside Gardens - Northwest Branch Trail, Rachel Carson Greenway Trail
Leader: Sydney Dy, syd0705@gmail.com
Tuesday April 15, 2025 – The hike for Tuesday 4/15/25 will be in the northern section of Shenandoah National Park (PATC Map 9). Parking at the Dickey Ridge Visitors Center, we will hike south on the Dickey Ridge trail, with detours to do the Fox Hollow trail, the Snead Farm trail and the Springhouse Road trail, then on to the AT and lunch at the Compton Peak overlook. After lunch, we’ll return via the direct route on the AT and the Dickey Ridge trail to the Visitors Center. The total distance will be about 15 miles with 2800 ft of ascent.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday April 8, 2025 – BROT US 28 - to Kincheloe Picnic Shelter via Johnny Moore and back.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, JMarshallWilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday April 1, 2025 – Appalachian Trail, Rt. 55 South & Back - (PATC Map 9). Appalachian Trail, starting from the parking area on Rte. 55. From there we will go south to Bear Hollow/RT 522 and then go back to our starting point. About 16 miles, with 3400 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday March 25, 2025 – Shenandoah River State Park -We will start from the Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center. This hike is between 17 and 18 miles, with about 1500' elevation gain. This hike has a lot of turns, so I'm asking the group that goes with me to stay together, or at the very least to regroup at junctions. his is a state park, which charges for admission: the fee is $10 per car. So it makes sense to carpool.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday March 18, 2025 – AT Keys Gap (Rt 9) to Sweet Run State Park & on to Split Rock overlook returning to Keys Gap - Approximately 18 miles, but there are 2 easy shortcuts in Sweet Run State Park to reduce 16.5 or 14.5 miles. Ascent/Descent: Approximately 2600 feet.
Leader: David Horn, horn.david@yahoo.com
Tuesday March 4, 2025 – Blockhouse Point and Muddy Branch, Montgomery Co, MD - Starting from parking area and Muddy Branch Greenway trailhead at the entrance to Blockhouse Point Conservation Park on River Road, we will loop through the park and C&O Canal towpath to view the remains of Civil War camps and fortifications before extending the hike with an out and back on Muddy Branch. Up to 20 miles with 1500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday March 11, 2025 –Knob Mtn. Neighbor Mtn. AT Loop
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday February 25, 2025 - Pohick Bay & Meadowwood RA in Lorton - Starting from the Meadowood parking area on Gunston Rd (Rte 242), Lorton, next to the Gunston Elementary School, this fast-paced hike will comprise multiple trails in Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area and Pohick Bay Park. 17 miles with 1500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday February 18, 2025 - Green Mountain/Powell Mt. Loop - George Washington National Forest. 13.6 miles, 2100 feet (optional 17.8 m 3000 ft)
Leader: David Horn, horn.david@yahoo.com
Tuesday February 4, 2025 - Little Devil Stairs and On -- Starting with Little Devils Stairs, we will traverse up Keyser Run Road to the AT, and return via Piney Ridge, Hull School and Keyser Run Road. 12.5 miles and 30000 ft ascent.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday January 28, 2025 - First Section of HAM - PenMar Park to Ensign Cowall Shelter: 1st section of the Hike Across Maryland out and back (flexible). Approximately 20 miles/ 3800 feet elevation.
Leader: Sydney Dy, syd0705@gmail.com
Tuesday January 21, 2025 – Great Falls Maryland – Starting at the Anglers parking lot, we will explore the trails on the Maryland side of Great Falls. These may include the Woodland, Gold Mine, Overlook, Ford Mine, River, and Billy Goat Trails Sections A and C. About 15 miles with 1000 feet ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday January 14, 2025 - BROT Kincheloe to Fountainhead and back.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, JMarshallWilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday December 31, 2024 - PATAPSCO STATE PARK - ARTNEY, HILTON, ORANGE GROVE AND AVALON AREA - FULL CIRCUIT - approx 16M/ 3000 feet elevation gain
Leader: Sydney Dy, syd0705@gmail.com
Tuesday November 26, 2024 - Neabsco Boardwalk, Julia J. Metz Wetland Preserve and Leesylvania State Park. Meet at 8:30 at Rippon Landing State Park, 15125 Blackburn Rd., Woodbridge VA. Join us for a fast-paced 15 mile lollipop loop across the 3/4 mile Neabsco Boardwalk, traversing the wetlands around Neabsco Creek, pass through the Julia J. Metz Wetlands Preserve, and enter Leesylvania State Park, which borders the Potomac. Climbing the ridge there, we will visit a Confederate cannon emplacement, the site of the Lee family plantation and cemetery, as well as the ruins of a 19th century Fairfax family estate. About 1000 feet of gain.
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday December 24, 2024 - Prince William Forest--We will do a counter-clockwise circuit of the Prince William Forest Park starting on the east side of the park and covering several trails. The two main trails we will do include North Valley and South Valley Trails. We will have lunch somewhere along the South Valley Trail. The estimated mileage is 18.5 miles with about 1700' of elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday December 17, 2024 - Browntown Climb and Circle Back - From parking lot at Browntown, VA (38.81107622305424, -78.23352646612788) we will hike down Rt. 631 to the Browntown Trail, up the mountain, then cross the AT and Skyline Drive. We then loop around Mt Marshall on the Bluff and Mt Marshall Trails, again cross the AT and Drive then descend the mountain at Jenkins Gap finishing the loop at our parking lot. Approximately 16 miles and 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday December 10, 2024 - Staunton River Trail Loop - (Central District SNP - (PATC Map 10): Parking at the end of Rt. 662 38.437128, -78.367081 We will climb the Staunton River Trail, Jones Mountain Trail, Cat Knob Trail, and take Laurel Prong, Fork Mtn. and Stanton River Trails back back to parking area for a 15.7 mile 4,200 feet of elevation.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, MarshallWilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday December 3, 2024 - Buzzard Rock and Around - (PATC Map G). Starting at the Buzzard Rock trailhead on Route 619 (Mountain Road), we will take the Buzzard Rock Trail to Shawl Gap, continue straight on the Massanutten Trail, turn right on the Sherman Gap Trail, then right on the Botts Trail to the Elizabeth Furnace picnic area for lunch. After lunch, we will return to Shawl Gap via the Tuscarora Trail, and take the Buzzard Rock trail back to the trailhead. About 16 miles with 3000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Liz Tefera etefera@verizon.net , Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday November 19, 2024 - AT from Thornton Gap to Little Stony Man and Back. From Panorama Parking Lot, we head south on the Appalachian Trail to Mary's Rock and then continue south on the AT to Pinnacles Picnic Area. There are restrooms here. The hike continues south along the AT until we reach Little Stony Man. We’ll have lunch at Little Stony Man and then retrace our steps along the AT back to the parking lot. This is an out and back completely on the AT except for the short trail up to Mary’s Rock. Total distance is about 16 miles with about 4,100’ of elevation gain.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 – Central SNP: Catlet/Hazel Mountain Loop. Starting at the Old Rag parking area, we will go up Nicholson Hollow the take the Hot Short Mtn. trail to the Pine Hill Gap and go down it and up the Broad Hollow Trail. Hiking on up Hazil Mtn. trail we take Catlet and Hanna Run back to Nicholson and the parking lot. About 15.5 miles with 3,750 feet ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday November 5, 2024 - Harper's Ferry area - This hike will start with Schoolhouse Ridge to Bolívar Heights and then into Harpers Ferry via the river road. From there it climbs to MD Heights and the Stone Fort, returning to the starting point via the visitors center. 15 miles, 2500 feet ascent
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday October 29, 2024 - Burke Lake, Lake Mercer, and CCT section. Starting from South Run Park, Springfield, this fast-paced hike will circle Lake Mercer, with a side out-and-back through Pohick Stream Valley on a CCT section, returning on the opposite side of Lake Mercer and continuing around Burke Lake. 14.5 miles,
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - Raven Rock Excursion (AT North from Rt 7 Around and Back) - We will do a mostly circular route using the Appalachian Trail and other trails in the Rolling Ridge Conservancy which borders the Shenandoah River. (15.5 miles, 3500 elevation gain)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday October 15, 2024 – Loop in PA’s Michaux State Forest – Starting at Pearl Spring east of Mont Alto, we will climb Eagle Rock, investigate The Narrows, follow Raccoon Run Trail north to Caledonia State Park, and return via the AT. About 15 miles with 3000’ ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday October 8, 2024 - Catoctin single loop. This will be a clockwise circuit of both Cunningham Falls and Catoctin Mtn Parks starting at Cunningham Falls State Park Manor Area/Visitor Center. We will be on the Catoctin Trail before descending to Cunningham Falls, Catoctin Mtn Park, and Chimney Rock. Total elevation gain will be close to 3400' covering about 17 miles of trails.
Leader: Sydney Dy, syd0705@gmail.com
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 - Pass Mountain Trail to AT and on - To avoid any stream crossings we will stay on AT after going up the Pass Mtn.Trail
From the Pass Mountain Trail parking area on Rt. 211 (38.668787, -78.290252), about a mile past the Buck Hollow parking area, we will cross the road and take the Pass Mountain Trail to AT. Then we will go north on AT to the top of the ridge above Elkwallow gap.(about 1.5 mi past Thornton River Trail) and return back to the start..About 14 miles and 3,000 elevation. Those wanting a longer hike can go on to Elkwallow before turning back.
Leader: Gene Whitaker, genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday September 24, 2024 - AT From Liberty Hill Ln to Manassas Gap and Back.- S at Liberty Hill Lane Trailhead (Rt 17/50) (39.018174, -77.968487) we will go up to the At and south to Manassas Gap Shelter and back.About 16 miles with 3000 ft. of ascent. (PATC Map 8)
Leader - Esther Park, estherparkorg@gmail.com
Tuesday September 17, 2024 - Buck Ridge to Sam's Ridge and back - (PATC Map 10) Starting at the Buck Ridge trailhead parking on Rt 211 near the SNP entrance, we will hike Buck Ridge, Hazel Mtn., White Rocks, Hazel River and Sam’s Ridge trails. Then return via Hazel Mtn. and Buck Hollow trails. This is about 16 miles and around 3800 feet of ascent.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday September 10, 2024 - Dickey Ridge & AT out & back - PATC map 9) From the north entrance of SNP and hike to the Dickey Ridge Trail and Appalachian Trail to the intersection at (Carson Mountain) where we will have lunch, then return back on the DRT to the entrance of SNP. Approximately 20 miles and 2500 feet elevation.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday September 3, 2024 - Whiteoak Canyon and Hawksbill Mountain. (PATC Map 10) We will start at the Whiteoak Canyon Parking lot off Rte 600 and take the Whiteoak Canyon Trail to the AT and head south to the Salamander trail and to the top of Hawksbill. We go down the Hawksbill Trail and Cedar Run Trail back to the parking lot.(16 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain). Leader: Gene Whitaker, genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 - Bull Run Regional Park - BROT Soccer field to the north and return. The altitude gain should injure nobody, that includes me.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 - Catoctin Double Loop. Start locale: NPS Catoctin Mtn. Visitor Center Main (asphalt/no fees) Parking Lot: (39.633864, -77.449878) 14707 Park Central Road, Thurmont, MD 21788
Route: The Extended Loop Trail, 9.9 miles/1,739’ elevation. Then, briefly, along Foxville Rd. and onto Cunningham Falls State Park’s Cat Rock (out and back)Yellow Trail segment for an additional 7.1 miles/1000’ elevation. A total 17 miles/2,740’ elevation. Especially if it is in the high 90s there is an option to just do the first loop, and cool off in the lake afterwards.
Leader: Sydney Dy, syd0705@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 - Robertson, Stony Man, Corbin Mtn. From Old Rag Parking Lot., take Weakley Hollow Fire Road to Robertson Mt Trail then ascend to Stony Man peak for lunch. Return via Old Rag Fire Road,
Corbin Mt. and Nicholson Trails. 15.5 miles and 3900 ft ascent.
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 - Bull Run - Occoquan Trail out-and-back . It will be an out and back starting at US 28 to a point past Bull Run Marina. Total distance is just under 21 miles with a 3,000 ft. elevation gain. The elevation gain is from a lot of up and down rather than the big climbs we get in SNP so it's not difficult.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, JMarshallWilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - Washington Monument State Park - (PATC Map 5) Starting from the Old South Mountain Inn parking lot and the AT, we will proceed North through to Washington Monument State Park for approximately 8.2 miles and then return (16.5 miles & 3200' elevation gain).
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - Piney Ridge–AT–Hull School Trail Loop -- (PATC Map 9) Starting at the Keyser Run Fire Road at the end of VA614, we’ll take the Hull School Trail to the Piney Branch Trail and climb to the Appalachian Trail turning left on the Byrd’s Nest 4 trail to Beahm’s Gap. Return via the Hull School Trail and Kiser Run Road to parking. Approximately 17 miles with 4,430 ’ elevation gain.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 - Skyland Loop Around - We will start our hike at The Pinnacles picnic area, on the AT and Skyline Drive Drive. Taking the AT, we will quickly cross the Drive and turn onto the Corbin Cabin Cutoff Trail, transition to the Indian Run Trail, the Corbin Mt. Trail, Old Rag Fire Road, a brief section of the Limberlost Trail, Crescent Run Trail, and then the AT again. After Skyland we can go back via either the Passamaquoddy Trail/AT or continue straight on the AT until we get back to the Pinnacles. (15 miles, 3345 feet elevation)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 - Little Devils Stairs, Overall Falls, Piney Branch for 17.5 miles and 4400 ft ascent. There are numerous shortcuts.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - Elkwallow, Pine Knob, Neighbor Mt, Elkwallow - Northern District, Shenandoah NP (PATC Map 9): Start at Elkwallow picnic area to the AT, south to Neighbor Mountain Trail, North on Knob Mountain Trail to the Knob Mountain cutoff and back to Elkwallow. Approximately 15 miles with 3,850 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - AT from Thornton to Little Stoney Man and Back. From Panorama Parking Lot, we head south on the Appalachian Trail to Mary's Rock and then continue south on the AT to Pinnacles Picnic Area. There are restrooms here. The hike continues south along the AT until we reach Little Stony Man. We’ll have lunch at Little Stony Man and then retrace our steps along the AT back to the parking lot. This is an out and back completely on the AT except for the short trail up to Mary’s Rock. Total distance is about 16 miles with about 4,100’ of elevation gain.
Leader: Maryellen Trevisan - mtrevisan59@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 - CANCELLED - Too hot for a enjoyable safe hike.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 - 15th Annual Big Meadows Luncheon with Rose River Splash Down. Central District SNP. From the Rose River trailhead, we will ascend the Rapidan Fire Road for a leisurely lunch at Big Meadows Lodge. After lunch we will descend the Rose River Fire Road for a splashdown in the Rose River at the trailhead; about 16 miles with 2600 feet of ascent. For the more vigorously inclined there is an option to visit President Hoover’s Rapidan Camp before lunch; about 18 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 - North on AT through Washington Monument State Park (WMSP) (PATC Map 5)- We will meet in the parking lot adjacent to the Old South Mountain Inn parking lot - We will proceed north on the AT for about 1 3/4 miles before we pass the first monument in the country completed and dedicated to the father of our country, George Washington, in 1827. At the Pogo Memorial Campsite we will have lunch and then return to the start. (17 miles and 3200 elevation gain)
Leader - Esther Park, estherparkorg@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 - (as hiked) Up Graves Mill Trail, Rapidan Camp and Back on Jones Mtn. Trail - From the Parking area at the end of 662, 38.437128, -78.367081, We took the Graves Mill Trail to Rapidan Fire Rd. to Rapidan Camp. Then the Laurel Prong Trail, left on Cat Knob Trail and down Jones Mountain, Staunton River and Graves Mill trails parking area. (15 miles and 3200 elevation)
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - Leader - Buzzard Rock (PATC Map G). Starting at the Buzzard Rock trailhead on Route 619 (Mountain Road), we will take the Buzzard Rock Trail to Shawl Gap, continue straight on the Massanutten Trail, turn right on the Sherman Gap Trail, then right on the Botts Trail to the Elizabeth Furnace picnic area for lunch. After lunch, we will return to Shawl Gap via the Tuscarora Trail, and take the Buzzard Rock trail back to the trailhead. About 16 miles with 3000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, May14, 2024 - Mt Marshall Circuit from SNP Boundary near Washington, VA - Parking at the end of VA Rt 625, (38.748378, -78.194069) we’ll ascend the Mt Marshall Trail for approx. 6 miles to a brief section of SLD then on to Jenkins Gap. From here we follow the AT south over North Marshall (possible lunch spot here) to Gravel Springs Gap then left onto the Bluff Trail to Mt Marshall Trail and complete the loop back to the trail head. Distance is approximately 17 miles with 3,000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Ed Cook - veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 –Buck Ridge to Sams Ridge and back - (PATC Map 10) Starting at the Buck Ridge trailhead parking on Rt 211 near the SNP entrance, we will hike Buck Ridge, Hazel Mtn., White Rocks, Hazel River and Sam’s Ridge trails. Then return via Hazel Mtn. and Buck Hollow trails. This is about 16 miles and around 3800 feet of ascent. Bed prepared for numerous stream crossings along the Hazel River trail.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024 – Anacostia – Starting at the Minnesota Ave Metro Station, we will hike a portion of the Eastern Line of Civil War Defenses of Washington and return via the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail. About 15 miles with 1000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 - AT Linden north to Sky Meadows and Back - (PATC Map 8) We will meet at 8:00am for an out and back along the AT starting at the parking lot on VA-725 just north of I-66 and Rte. 55.. We will hike north about 9 miles to where the AT enters Sky Meadows State Park, have lunch, and then return the same way for a total of 18 miles and around 3000 feet of elevation gain. Since it is an out and back, it will be easy for anyone wishing less mileage to cut it shorter.
Leader: Mina Goodrich, larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 - Pine Hill Trail to AT & Back on Broad Hollow Trail. We will start at the parking area off Rt. 681 and go down the road, up Pine Hill Gap trail down, down the Short Mtn. Trail, up the Hannah Run trail and across to and up the AT. We will return via the Hazel Mtn. and Broad Hollow trials to the start. Approximately 17.5 miles and 3900 feet elevation gain. Numerous short cut alternatives available. . (15.5 miles if shortcut and go down Skyline Drive)
Leader: Gene Whitaker, GeneWhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 - Bull Run Occoquan Trail (BROT) - 28 to KIncheloe Picnic Shelter via Johnny Moore Stream Valley Park and Back.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - Thornton Gap/Panorama to Elk Wallow and return: (PATC map 9) From Thornton Gap/Panorama we will hike g north on the A T to Elkwallow Wayside and return. About 18 miles and 3000 ft. elevation gain.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Dickey Ridge Out and Back- Starting at the northern end of the Dickey Ridge Trail at 8:10am we will hike to Low Gap and return. Approximately 15.4 miles with 3,200’ of elevation gain.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - Rt 7 Roller Coaster North Out and Back - we will hike the Roller Coaster north of Route 7 for approximately 8 miles and then return to the parking lot. This will involve an ascent of about 3500 feet. The trail is shown on PATC Map 7.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday, March 12, 2024 - AT/Sky Meadows - Meet at parking lot at the base of Liberty Hill Lane where it intersects Route 50 (39.018174, -77.968487). We head up to the AT and then south to Sky Meadows State Park where we will explore the trails and enjoy the views. About 17 miles with 3000 ft. of ascent. (PATC Map 8)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 - Appalachian Trail, Rt. 55 South & Back - (PATC Map 9). Appalachian Trail, starting from the parking area on Rte. 55. From there we will go south to Rte. 522 and then go back to our starting point. About 16 miles, with 3400 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, February 27, 2024 - Piney Branch/AT Thornton River Loop - Parking at N38 41.648 W78 15.498 is very limited along the edge of the dirt road. Taking the Piney Branch to the Hull School Trail and right on the Thornton River Trail taking the AT north to the Sugarloaf taking it the Piney Branch trail back to the start. Approximately 17 miles and 3,400 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 - Elizabeth Furnace/Signal Knob - (PATC Map G) Starting at Elizabeth Furnace, hikers will do a figure-8 to Shawl Gap, Sherman Gap, Meneka Peak, and Bear Wallow back down to Elizabeth Furnace. 17.5 miles and about 3800' elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 - Staunton River Trail Loop - (Central District SNP - (PATC Map 10): Parking at the end of Rt. 662 38.437128, -78.367081 We will climb the Staunton River Trail, Jones Mountain Trail, Cat Knob Trail, and Laurel Prong Trail to the AT. We’ll then head north on the AT to Milam Gap. We’ll descend the Mill Prong Trail through Rapidan Camp and return to the start via the Laurel Prong, Fork Mountain and Staunton River Trails. Approximately 20 miles with 4600 ft of climb.
Or from the Cat Knop Trail take Laurel Prong, Fork Mtn. and Stanton River Trails back for a 15 mile 3,400 feet hike
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 - Mary's Rock, Buck Hollow, Buck Ridge
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 - .Antietam National Battlefield - Fast paced 14 mile hike starting at the visitor's center parking lot and going towards Burnside Bridge where the trail parallels Antietam Creek and returns via the same route with an added short loop on Bloody Lane. Meet at the parking lot (5831 Dunker Church Rd. Sharpsburg MD) at 8:30. There is plenty of parking available. Please email me if you plan to join us.
Leader: Mina Goodrich - larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 - .Loop in the Southern Section of PA’s Michaux State Forest* Starting at the Old Forge Picnic Area (39.79568,-77.484035), northeast of Waynesboro, PA, we will do a counterclockwise loop including the AT, Eagle Rock, Sandy Ridge, and Waterline Trails. See the attached map; about 17 miles with 2600 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, January 2, 2024 - .Bull Run Occoquan Trail (BROT) - 28 to KIncheloe Picnic Shelter via Johnny Moore Stream Valley Park and Back.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Thursday, December 28, 2023 - Harpers Ferry Area Hike - Starting at 8:30 AM from the School House Ridge Battlefield parking lot, we'll hike the battlefield and riverside trails, climb to Maryland Heights and the Stone Fort, and return via the visitors center and Boliver Heights. The distance will be about 16 miles with 2600 feet of ascent.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 - Prince William Forest--We will do a counter-clockwise circuit of the Prince William Forest Park starting on the east side of the park and covering several trails. The two main trails we will do include North Valley and South Valley Trails. We will have lunch somewhere along the South Valley Trail. The estimated mileage is 18.5 miles with about 1700' of elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, December 19, 2021 - Pass Mountain and On -Start at Panorama Parking lot at Thornton Gap. AT north to Pass Mtn Hut Rd to the hut. Left on Pass Mountain Trail to AT. North on AT to Beahms Gap. Right on Hull School Trail. Left on Thornton River Upper Trail to the AT. Follow AT south all the way back to the parking lot. 15.5 Miles and 3,000 ascent.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 - Pinnacles Lollipop: - (More snow pictures) Starts on Nicholson Hollow to Hot/Short Mountain to Hazel Mountain/Meadow Spring to AT and past the Pinnacle to Corbin Cabin Cutoff to Nicholson hollow.
Distance is 18.2 miles with 3700 of ascent.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - Little Devils Stairs to Overall Run overlook up and back
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday, November 21, 2023 – CANCELLED
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - Browntown Climb and Circle Back - From parking lot at Browntown, VA (38.81107622305424, -78.23352646612788) we will hike down Rt. 631 to the Browntown Trail, up the mountain, then cross the AT and Skyline Drive. We then loop around Mt Marshall on the Bluff and Mt Marshall Trails, again cross the AT and Drive then descend the mountain at Jenkins Gap finishing the loop at our parking lot. Approximately 16 miles and 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, November 7, 2023 - CANCELLED - fire trail closure
Tuesday, October 31, 2023 - Bull Run-Occoquan Trail - Starting from Fountainhead Regional Park, we will do an out-and-back, heading north on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail, turning around at the soccer field. 17 miles and 2000 feet ascent. If it is raining we will shorten the hike to 14 or 15 miles. Meet at Fountainhead Regional Park, 10875 Hampton Road, Fairfax Station, at 8:30 AM.
Leader: Carol Christensen c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 - Out and back from Thornton Gap to Little Stony Man Cliffs
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 - Raven Rock Excursion (AT North from Rt 7 Around and Back) - We will do a mostly circular route using the Appalachian Trail and other trails in the Rolling Ridge Conservancy which borders the Shenandoah River. (15.5 miles, 3500 elevation gain)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
October 12, 2023 - Big Meadows to Skyland Loop – Starting at Big Meadows Lodge, we will use the Dark Hollow Falls, Rose River Loop, Skyland-Big Meadows, and Appalachian Trails to make the loop. About 20 miles with 3200 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - Cacapon State Park, Berkeley Springs WV 8:30 am Starting at the Nature Center we will climb Cacapon Mountain via the Laurel and Ziler trails, then do a counter-clockwise loop around the mountaintop on the Ziler Loop, making another ascent. We will then head south (left) on the mountaintop fire road for three miles to the mountain overlook for lunch. We will then head downhill for three miles on the gravel road to Batt Picnic area, where we will pick up the Central Trail across the mountain, then take the Tower Trail and Piney Ridge trail to the lodge, then back to the cars. About 17 miles, 3400 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Mina Goodrich - larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, September 26, 2023 - Robertson, Stony Man, Corbin Mtn. From Old Rag Parking Lot., take Weakley Hollow Fire Road to Robertson Mt Trail then ascend to Stony Man peak for lunch. Return via Old Rag Fire Road. and Corbin Mt. Trail. 15.5 miles and 3900 ft ascent
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 - Rt 522 to Compton Peak and back
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 - Overall Run /Heiskell Hollow Loop - Loop Hike starting at Thompson Hollow TH, Overall Run, AT, Knob Mtn. Cutoff, Knob Mtn, Heiskell Hollow, Beecher Cut Off Trail, back to the start. 16 miles, 4,100 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday August 29, 2023 - Big Meadows Luncheon with Rose River Splash Down. Central District SNP. From the Rose River trailhead, we will visit President Hoover’s Rapidan Camp before having a leisurely lunch at Big Meadows Lodge. After lunch we will descend to the trailhead for a splashdown in the Rose River; about 18 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday August 22, 2023 - Cabin John Trail in Maryland. From Cabin John Park on MacArthur Blvd in Maryland we will take Cabin John Trail out and back so shorter options are available. (18 miles w/2000' elevation)
Leader: Debbie Yee
Tuesday August 16, 2023 - Austin Mtn, Furnace Mtn, Blackrock loop - Parking at the end of VA Rt 663 (38.257350, -78.771045) we’ll ascend the Madison Run Road and Austin Mountain Trail to the AT, turn left to hike north to turn on the Doyles River Trail, then follow the Jones Run Trail back to the AT, and back to the cars via the Blackrock Spur and Furnace Mountain Trails. Total approx. 16 miles and 4000 ft. A significant shortcut can be made by turning south on the AT and avoiding the Doyles river trail.
Leader: David Horn, horn.david@yahoo.com
Tuesday August 8, 2023 - Dickey Ridge & AT out & back - PATC map 9) From the north entrance of SNP and hike to the Dickey Ridge Trail and Appalachian Trail to the intersection at (Carson Mountain) where we will have lunch, then return back on the DRT to the entrance of SNP. Approximately 20 miles and 2500 feet elevation.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday August 1, 2023 - Whiteoak Canyon and Hawksbill Mountain. (PATC Map 10) We will start at the Whiteoak Canyon Parking lot off Rte 600 and take the Whiteoak Canyon Trail to the AT and head south to the Salamander trail and to the top of Hawksbill. We go down the Hawksbill Trail and Cedar Run Trail back to the parking lot.(16 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain).
Leader - Esther Park, estherparkorg@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 25, 2023 – Appalachian Trail, Rt. 55 South & Back - (PATC Map 9). Appalachian Trail, starting from the parking area on Rte. 55. From there we will go south to Rte. 522 and then go back to our starting point. About 16 miles, with 3400 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, July 18, 2023 – Pine Hill Trail to AT & Back on Broad Hollow Trail. We will start at the parking area off Rt. 681 and go down the road, up Pine Hill Gap trail down, down the Short Mtn. Trail, up the Hannah Run trail and across to and up the AT. We will return via the Hazel Mtn. and Broad Hollow trials to the start. Approximately 17.5 miles and 3900 feet elevation gain. Numerous short cut alternatives available. . (15.5 miles if shortcut and go down Skyline Drive)
Leader: Gene Whitaker, GeneWhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 - George Washington National Forest - We will do a circular clockwise route in the Little Sluice Mountain/Great North Mountain area utilizing parts of the Cedar Creek, Bread Road, Little Sluice Mt., Racer Camp, Old Mailpath and Sulphur Springs Gap Trails. Parking/Starting point will be on FR 88 which is reached from I81 and routes 42, 675 and 608. Approximate distance is 15.3 miles with 2880 ft of elevation gain.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 - Elkwallow, Pine Knob, Neighbor Mt, Elkwallow - Northern District, Shenandoah NP (PATC Map 9): Start at Elkwallow picnic area to the AT, south to Neighbor Mountain Trail, North on Knob Mountain Trail to the Knob Mountain cutoff and back to Elkwallow. Approximately 15 miles with 3,850 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 - Mt Marshall Circuit from SNP Boundary in Washington, VA - Parking at the end of VA Rt 625, (38.748378, -78.194069) we’ll ascend the Mt Marshall Trail, turn left onto the Bluff Trail and follow it to the AT. We'll head north on the AT to Jenkins Gap where we'll briefly follow SLD back to the Mt Marshall Trail and descend it back to the cars. The distance is about 17 miles with 3,000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Maryellen Trevisan - mtrevisan59@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 - Nethers, Passamaquoddy, Skyland and Back. Central District SNP. (PATC Map 10) From the Old Rag parking lot we will go up Nicholson Hollow Trail, the AT and the Passamaquoddy Trail to Skyland's back door for a relaxing lunch on the patio. We will return via the Horse Trail, Old Rag Fire Road, Corbin Mtn., and Nicholson Hollow Trails. Approximately 16.4 miles and 3300 feet ascent.
Leader: Gene Whitaker, GeneWhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 –Buck Ridge to Sam's Ridge and back - (PATC Map 10) Starting at the Buck Ridge trailhead parking on Rt 211 near the SNP entrance, we will hike Buck Ridge, Hazel Mtn., White Rocks, Hazel River and Sam’s Ridge trails. Then return via Hazel Mtn. and Buck Hollow trails. This is about 16 miles and around 3800 feet of ascent. Bed prepared for numerous stream crossings along the Hazel River trail.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 - Buzzard Rock (PATC Map G). Starting at the Buzzard Rock trailhead on Route 619 (Mountain Road), we will take the Buzzard Rock Trail to Shawl Gap, continue straight on the Massanutten Trail, turn right on the Sherman Gap Trail, then right on the Botts Trail to the Elizabeth Furnace picnic area for lunch. After lunch, we will return to Shawl Gap via the Tuscarora Trail, and take the Buzzard Rock trail back to the trailhead. About 16 miles with 3000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, May 30, 2023 - Brown Mtn., Rocky Mtn and Big Run - We will start at Ivy Creek Overlook, milepost 77.5 on Skyline Drive (38.284033, -78.658780). Because the drive is a long one for most of us, we will be starting later than usual, at 9:00 AM. After a short walk on Skyline Drive to Brown Mountain overlook we will take the Brown Mountain Trail to Rocky Mountain Trail and on to the Big Run Portal Trail. Big Run Portal Trail to Big Run Loop Trail and on to the AT which we will take back to the start. Approximately 17.5 miles and 2500 feet elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - Burke Lake, Lake Mercer, and CCT section. Starting from South Run Park, Springfield, this fast-paced hike will circle Lake Mercer, with a side out-and-back through Pohick Stream Valley on a CCT section, returning on the opposite side of Lake Mercer and continuing around Burke Lake. 15-20 miles, depending on whether the many stream crossings on pylons are accessible. Tread is a combination of pavement, dirt, and packed gravel. c. 1000 feet of gain. Since the trail is not well marked and there are many intersections, we will keep together as a group.
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday May 16, 2023 – The Wilderness/Chancellorsville – We will walk the grounds of these two adjacent Civil War battles that were fought a year apart. Meeting at the Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center, we will car shuttle to the Wilderness Battlefield Exhibit Shelter. There we’ll do about a 2-mile loop to the north and about a 7-mile loop to the south. Then we’ll shuttle back to the Chancellorsville Visitor Center for lunch and do about a 7-mile loop around the Chancellorsville Battlefield. About 16 miles with about 1000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, May 9, 2023 – Great North Lollipop - We will walk south on the Tuscarora Trail from Route 55 along the crest of Great North Mountain (VA/WVA State line) for about 6 miles until we descend the ridge in the Wilson Cove/Waites Run area. We then loop back around to the north and up again on side trails until reaching the Gerhard Shelter where we rejoin the Tuscarora Trail and head back to the trail head. Approximately 18.5 miles and 3400 feet of elevation gain. Meet at 8:15 at 39.085589, -78.509305
Leader - Ed Cook veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 2, 2023 - Washington Monument State Park - (PATC Map 5) Starting from the Old South Mountain Inn parking lot and the AT, we will proceed North through the Park for approximately 8.2 miles and then return (16.5 miles & 3200' elevation gain).
Leader: Bart Rhoades, retiredrhoades@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 25, 2023 - AT north from Linden to Sky Meadows and back for approximately 18 miles and around 3000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Mina Goodrich larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 – Snyder Knob Off-Trail Adventure - Starting at Trout Pond in George Washington National Forest, we will attempt to follow abandoned trails and roads to access the north ridge of Snyder Knob. After bushwhacking up the north ridge, we will bushwhack down the east ridge and use maintained trails and roads to return to Trout Pond. About 12 miles with 3000 feet of ascent. There will also be a vigorous non-bushwhacking alternative in the area.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - Bull Run Occoquan Trail (BROT) - BROT Kincheloe Soccer Parking to Bull Run Regional Park & back.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 - Around Lake Frederick x 2 - We will do two circuits of Lake Frederick (one in each direction) which is halfway between Front Royal and Winchester off of Rt 522/340. Total distance is approximately 15.6 miles and 1800 ft elevation gain. If you want a shorter day then just do one round of the lake.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 – Nicholson Hollow Lollipop, Central District SNP. (PATC Map 10) Starting at the Old Rag Trailhead on access road (600). Follow Nicholson Hallow Trail climbing to Hot Mtn-Short Mtn, then down Pine Hill Gap and then up Broad Hollow Trail to Hazel Mountain Trail. The follow Catlett Spur to Hannah Run Trail until it meets Nicholson Hollow to complete the lollipop, then continue back down to the parking lot. Approximately 16 miles and over 3800 feet of ascent. Options available to shorten the hike.
Leader: Gene Whitaker, genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 - Pennsylvania’s Caledonia State Park and AT Loop
Leader: David Horn, horn.david@yahoo.com
Tuesday, March 14, 2022 - Rt 7 Roller Coaster North Out and Back
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday March 7 - Roller Coaster - We will start at the parking lot south of US 7 off of SR 601 and take the access trail to the AT south. From there we head south for 8.5 miles and turn around at the Bolden Hollow.
Leader - Esther Park, estherparkorg@gmail.com
Tuesday February 28,2023 - AT Out and Back South from Rt 55
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday February 21, 2023 - Maryland AT - End to end hike on the Maryland AT from the Weaverton Rd parking lot north to the parking lot just over the I-70 footbridge, with cars pre-positioned for return to the starting point. The distance will be about 19 miles with about 4100 ascent.
Leader: Phil Ayliff, payliff@gmail.com
Tuesday February 14 ,2023 - Signal Knob Trailhead - Starting at the Signal Knob parking lot, hikers will ascend the Tuscarora Trail and do a counterclockwise loop to include Meneka Peak, Signal Knob, Three Top, and Mudhole Gap to finish up at the Tuscarora. Approximately 16 miles, and 2000' of elevation.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - Robertson, Stony Man, Corbin Mtn. From Old Rag Parking Lot., take Weakly Hollow Fire Rd to Robertson Mt Trail then ascend to Stony Man peak for lunch. Return via Old Rag Fire Rd and Corbin Mt. Trail. 15.5 miles and 3900 ft ascent
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday January 31, 2023 - Little Devils Stairs, Overall Falls, Piney Branch for 17.5 miles and 4400 ft ascent. There are numerous shortcuts.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday January 24, 2023 - Harpers Ferry Area – Starting at the School House Ridge Battlefield, we'll do a hike in the Harpers Ferry area to include battlefield and riverside trails as well as a climb to Maryland Heights and the Stone Fort. The distance will be about 16 miles and 2500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday January 17, 2023 – Second Manassas Battlefield Hike - Beginning at the Brawner Farm where the battle started on August 28, 1862, we will follow the Unfinished Railroad Grade that was contested for 2 days of fierce battle between the forces of Stonewall Jackson and John Pope. We’ll then visit Henry Hill and Chinn Ridge where Union forces mounted their last resistance before being driven from the field on the third day by a surprise appearance of Lee and Longstreet's forces. We will also see the part that George Green and the 17th US Infantry Regiment played in the battle fresh off the Peninsula Campaign and on their way to Antietam. 15 to 20 miles with less than 1000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday January 10, 2023 - Antietam National Battlefield - Starting at the Visitor's Center, located at 5831 Dunker Church Rd., Sharpsburg MD, we will do a 14-15 mile hike covering many of the sites associated with the Battle of Sharpsburg.
Leader: Mina Goodrich, larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday January 2, 2023 - Bull Run - Occoquan Trail out-and-back . It will be an out and back starting at US 28 to a point past Bull Run Marina. Total distance is just under 21 miles with a 3,000 ft. elevation gain. The elevation gain is from a lot of up and down rather than the big climbs we get in SNP so it's not difficult.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, JMarshallWilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday December 27, 2022 - Arlington Triangle Hike - From Bluemont Park, the hike will follow local bike trails with a loop around Roosevelt Island for a total of 18.5 miles at a fast pace, with negligible elevation change.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - New Market Gap to Strickler and Duncan Knobs. Starting from the commuter parking lot at New Market Gap we will hike to both Strickler and Duncan Knobs via the Massanutten Connector Trail, Massanutten Trail, Gap Creek Trail, and Scothorn Gap Trail. Approximately 14 miles with 2500’ of elevation gain.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday December 13, 2022 - McLean Loop - We will begin at McLean District Station, go along the quiet side of the I-495 soundwall to Georgetown Pike and Scott’s Run Nature Preserve, and then take the Potomac Heritage Trail down to Pimmit Run. From there we will cross the stream, take the Pimmit Run Trail to various neighborhoods and regional park trails within McLean back to the District Station. About 17 miles and 1700’ elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday December 6, 2022 - AT/Sky Meadows - Meet at parking lot at the base of Liberty Hill Lane where it intersects Route 50 (39.018174, -77.968487). We head up to the AT and then south to Sky Meadows State Park where we will explore the trails and enjoy the views. About 17 miles with 3000 ft. of ascent. (PATC Map 8)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 –Buck Ridge to Sam's Ridge and back - (PATC Map 10) Starting at the Buck Ridge trailhead parking on Rt 211 near the SNP entrance, we will hike Buck Ridge, Hazel Mtn., White Rocks, Hazel River and Sam’s Ridge trails. Then return via Hazel Mtn. and Buck Hollow trails. This is about 16 miles and around 3800 feet of ascent.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday, November 22 Cacapon State Park, Berkeley Springs, WV. 8:30 am. (PATC Map L)Starting at the Nature Center we will climb Cacapon Mountain via the Laurel and Ziler trails, loop around the mountaintop on the Ziler Loop, making another ascent. We will then head south on the mountaintop fire road for three miles to the mountain overlook for lunch. We will then head downhill for three miles on the gravel road to Batt Picnic area, where we will pick up the Central Trail across the mountain, then take the Tower Trail and Piney Ridge trail to the lodge, then back to the cars. About 17 miles, 3400 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Mina Goodrich larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday November 15, 2022 – Gettysburg Battlefield. We will hike the battlefield visiting famous sites such as the Seminary Ridge, Cemetery Ridge, The Wheat Field, Devil’s Den, and Culps Hill. We will attempt to do this in chronological order to gain a feel for how the battle progressed from July 1 to 3, 1863. Along with numerous other monuments, we will visit the 17th US Infantry Regiment Monument near where Captain George W Green was wounded. 15 to 20 miles with 1000 feet of ascent. Leader:
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday Nov. 8, 2022. Neabsco Boardwalk, Julia J. Metz Wetland Preserve and Leesylvania State Park. Meet at 8:30 at Rippon Landing State Park, 15125 Blackburn Rd., Woodbridge VA.
Join us for a fast-paced 15 mile lollipop loop across the 3/4 mile Neabsco Boardwalk, traversing the wetlands around Neabsco Creek, pass through the Julia J. Metz Wetlands Preserve, and enter Leesylvania State Park, which borders the Potomac. Climbing the ridge there, we will visit a Confederate cannon emplacement, the site of the Lee family plantation and cemetery, as well as the ruins of a 19th century Fairfax family estate. About 1000 feet of gain.
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday Nov. 1, 2022 At South from Front Royal Around & Back – We will hike the Appalachian Trail South from 4H parking lot in Front Royal over Compton Peak to Jenkins Gap; take Jenkins Gap Trail to Route 634; right onto Route 622 to Lands Run Gap Road up to Skyline Drive then turn slight right onto the Dickey Ridge Trail to a left on Springhouse Trail, then left on AT heading North back to the cars. Approximately 19 miles/4200 feet elevation.
Leader: Michael Christiani, mike@cptrllc.com
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - Browntown Climb and Circle Back - From parking lot at Browntown, VA (38.81107622305424, -78.23352646612788) we will hike down Rt. 631 to the Browntown Trail, up the mountain, then cross the AT and Skyline Drive. We then loop around Mt Marshall on the Bluff and Mt Marshall Trails, again cross the AT and Drive then descend the mountain at Jenkins Gap finishing the loop at our parking lot. Approximately 16 miles and 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday October 18, 2022 - Big Meadows Luncheon with Rose River Splash Down. Central District SNP. From the Rose River trailhead, we will visit President Hoover’s Rapidan Camp before having a leisurely lunch at Big Meadows Lodge. After lunch we will descend to the trailhead for a splashdown in the Rose River; about 18 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday October 11, 2022 - Whiteoak Canyon and Hawksbill Mountain. (PATC Map 10) We will start at the Whiteoak Canyon Parking lot off Rte 600 and take the Whiteoak Canyon Trail to the AT and head south to the Salamander trail and to the top of Hawksbill. We go down the Hawksbill Trail and Cedar Run Trail back to the parking lot.(16 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain).
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 - Burke Lake, Lake Mercer, and CCT section. Starting from South Run Park, Springfield, this fast-paced hike will circle Lake Mercer, with a side out-and-back through Pohick Stream Valley on a CCT section, returning on the opposite side of Lake Mercer and continuing around Burke Lake. 15-20 miles, depending on whether the many stream crossings on pylons are accessible. Tread is a combination of pavement, dirt, and packed gravel. c. 1000 feet of gain. Since the trail is not well marked and there are many intersections, we will keep together as a group.
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday, September 27, 2022- AT from Thornton Gap to Little Stony Man and Back. Parking at the Panorama parking lot at Thornton Gap, and hiking south on the AT, we'll do an out and back to Little Stony Man Cliffs, a distance of 17 miles with about 4000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday, September 20 2022, - Piney Ridge–AT–Hull School Trail Loop -- (PATC Map 9) Starting at the Keyser Run Fire Road at the end of VA614, we’ll take the Hull School Trail to the Piney Branch Trail and climb to the Appalachian Trail and take it south to Beahm’s Gap. Return via the Hull School Trail to parking. Approximately 16 miles with 3,500’ elevation gain.
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, September13, 2022 – Pine Hill Trail to AT & Back on Broad Hollow Trail. We will start at the parking area off Rt. 681 and go down the road, up Pine Hill Gap trail down, down the Short Mtn. Trail, up the Hannah Run trail and across to and up the AT. We will return via the Hazel Mtn. and Broad Hollow trials to the start. Approximately 17.5 miles and 3900 feet elevation gain. Numerous short cut alternatives available. . (15.5 miles if shortcut and go down Skyline Drive)
Leader: Gene Whitaker, GeneWhit@gmail.com
Tuesday August 30, 2022 - Great Falls and Riverbend Parks (VA) - Beginning at parking for the Difficult Run Trail in Great Falls, Virginia, we will hike west along the Potomac River into Great Falls National Park and River Bend Park, looping back to our starting point. Approximately 15 miles with 1500’ of elevation gain.
Leader: Steve Brown swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday August 23, 2022 - Overall Run Loop - Loop Hike starting at Thompson Hollow TH, Overall Run, AT, Knob Mtn. Cutoff, Knob Mtn, Heiskell Hollow, Beecher Cut Off Trail, back to the start. 16 mlles, 4,100 feet of elevation gain.
Leader- Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 - Elkwallow, Pine Knob, Neighbor Mt, Elkwallow - Northern District, Shenandoah NP (PATC Map 9): Start at Elkwallow picnic area to the AT, south to Neighbor Mountain Trail, North on Knob Mountain Trail to the Knob Mountain cutoff and back to Elkwallow. Approximately 15 miles with 3,850 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 9 , 2022 - Jordon River Loop - (PATC Map 9). Jordon River Trail to the AT at Gravel Springs Gap via the Mt Marshall and Bluff trails. North on the AT to Jenkins Gap and back to the cars via the Mt Marshall and Jordon River trails. 17.5 Miles, 3,000 feet.
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 2, 2022- Buzzard Rock (PATC Map G). Starting at the Buzzard Rock trailhead on Route 619 (Mountain Road), we will take the Buzzard Rock Trail to Shawl Gap, continue straight on the Massanutten Trail, turn right on the Sherman Gap Trail, then right on the Botts Trail to the Elizabeth Furnace picnic area for lunch. After lunch, we will return to Shawl Gap via the Tuscarora Trail, and take the Buzzard Rock trail back to the trailhead. About 16 miles with 3000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Esther Park estherparkorg@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2022 - Robertson, Stony Man, Corbin Mtn. From Old Rag Parking Lot., take Weakly Hollow Fire Rd to Robertson Mt Trail then ascend to Stony Man peak for lunch. Return via Old Rag Fire Rd and Corbin Mt. Trail. 15.5 miles and 3900 ft ascent
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 19, 2021 -- Tuscarora Trail North and Back -- Beginning at the Dry Gap parking area on the VA/WVA line, we will walk North along the mountain ridge for 8.6 miles on the Tuscarora Trail until reaching the Pinnacle Shelter where we will have lunch if the timing works out right. From here we will reverse direction and head back, passing an alternative lunch site about 3 miles on where there is a wide scenic overlook to the west. Blueberries should be prominent on parts of the trail. 17.2 miles and 2000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 12, 2022 – Halfmoon and White Rocks - (PATC Map F.) The hike starts on Waites Run very close to the Pond Run / Tuscarora trail and takes a counter-clockwise route. Hikers will head toward Old Mine and then German Wilson trails. After an out-and-back at Half Moon Lookout, hikers will follow Halfmoon trail and then the Tuscarora past White Rocks to the Old Mail Path. We will turn onto Racer Camp Hollow trail and turn left onto Wilson Cove trail and coming back to Waites Run. approx.15 miles, 2500' elevation. 39.015528, -78.605237.
Leader: Andrew Heron, scfcfan1966@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 5, 2022– Kincheloe Soccer Park to Fountainhead and return. Starting at Kincheloe Soccer Park we will proceed South to Fountainhead Regional Park. Return to Kinchelow Soccer Park via the same general trail with a few deviations along the way just for fun. 16 miles with 2500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 - Thornton to Elkwallow and Back - We will hike 17 miles with 3000' elevation on the A T from Thornton Gap/Panorama parking to Elkwallow Wayside - Blackberry ice-cream!!! and return. Entrance to Panorama is off of Rt 211 at the Thornton Gap exit or the parking lot entrance off of Rt 211. Approximately 17 miles with 3,000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader Bart Rhoades, retiredrhoades@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 Signal Knob Trailhead - Starting at the Signal Knob parking lot, hikers will ascend the Tuscarora Trail and do a counterclockwise loop to include Meneka Peak, Signal Knob, Three Top, and Mudhole Gap to finish up at the Tuscarora. Approximately 17 miles, and 3200' of elevation.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 – Falls Run Waterfall from Trout Pond – George Washington National Forest - Starting from West Virginia’s only natural lake, we'll hike to the only waterfall on Great North Mountain ending with a splashdown in Rockcliff Lake; about 15 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 - Staunton River Trail Loop – Central District SNP - (PATC Map 10): We will climb the Staunton River Trail, Jones Mountain Trail, Cat Knob Trail, and Laurel Prong Trail to the AT. We’ll then head north on the AT to Milam Gap. We’ll descend the Mill Prong Trail through Rapidan Camp and return to the start via the Laurel Prong, Fork Mountain and Staunton River Trails. Approximately 20 miles with 4600 ft of climb. A shortcut for a 15 mile hike is available.
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 - Buck Hollow/Buck Ridge Circuit Hike (PATC Map 10) From Rt 211 we will ascend Buck Hollow to Hazel Mt. trail and then onto Sam's Ridge and White Rocks trails and return to Buck Ridge to descend to Rt 211. About 16 miles and 3500 feet of elevation gain.
Leader - Mina Goodrich larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 24, 2022 - Dickey Ridge & AT out & back - PATC map 9) From the north entrance of SNP and hike to the Dickey Ridge Trail and Appalachian Trail to the intersection at (Carson Mountain) where we will have lunch, then return back on the DRT to the entrance of SNP. Approximately 20 miles and 2500 feet elevation.
Leader: Mike Christiani, mike@cptrllc.com
Tuesday, May 17, 2022 – Great North Lollipop - We will walk south on the Tuscarora Trail from Route 55 along the crest of Great North Mountain (VA/WVA State line) for about 6 miles until we descend the ridge in the Wilson Cove/Waites Run area. We then loop back around to the north and up again on side trails until reaching the Gerhard Shelter where we rejoin the Tuscarora Trail and head back to the trail head. Approximately 16 miles and 3200 feet of elevation gain. Meet at 8:15 at 39.085589, -78.509305
Leader - Ed Cook veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday May 10, 2022 - Brown Mtn., Rocky Mtn and Big Run - We will start at Ivy Creek Overlook, milepost 77.5 on Skyline Drive (38.284033, -78.658780). Because the drive is a long one for most of us, we will be starting later than usual, at 9:00 AM. After a short walk on Skyline Drive to Brown Mountain overlook we will take the Brown Mountain Trail to Rocky Mountain Trail and on to the Big Run Portal Trail. Big Run Portal Trail to Big Run Loop Trail and on to the AT which we will take back to the start. Approximately 17.5 miles and 2500 feet elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday May 3, 2022 - North on AT through Washington Monument State Park (WMSP) (PATC Map 5)- Due to the closure of the WMSP, we will meet in the parking lot adjacent to the Old South Mountain Inn parking lot - We will proceed north on the AT for about 1 3/4 miles before we pass the first monument in the country completed and dedicated to the father of our country, George Washington, in 1827. At the Pogo Memorial Campsite we will have lunch and then return to the start. (17 miles and 3200 elevation gain)
Leader: Bart Rhoades, retiredrhoades@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 26, 2022 - AT North from Rt 55 & Back - Out and back hike along the AT starting at the parking lot on VA-725 just north of I-66 and Rte. 55 (PATC Map 8). Total of 18 miles and around 3000 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Mina Goodrich, larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 - Keyser Run Fire Road to AT, Mt. Marshall and Back - (PATC Map 9) (an alternative hike avoiding all stream crossings) Starting at the Keyser Run Fire Road at the end of VA614, we’ll take the AT on to Mt. Marshall and back. Can shortcut using Skyland Drive on the return. Approximately 17 miles with 3,200’ elevation gain.
Leader: Gene Whitaker, genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 - Pohick Bay & Meadowwood RA in Lorton - Starting from the Meadowood parking area on Gunston Rd (Rte 242), Lorton, next to the Gunston Elementary School, this fast-paced hike will comprise multiple trails in Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area and Pohick Bay Park. 17 miles with 1500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 – Nicholson Hollow Lollipop, Central District SNP. (PATC Map 10) Starting at the Old Rag Trailhead on access road (600). Follow Nicholson Hallow Trail climbing to Hot Mtn-Short Mtn, then down Pine Hill Gap and then up Broad Hollow to Mountain Trail. The follow Catlett Spur to Hannah Run Trail until it meets Nicholson Hollow to complete the lollipop, then continue back down to the parking lot. Approximately 16 miles and over 3800 feet of ascent. Options available to shorten the hike.
Leader: Phil Ayliff payliff@gmail.com
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 – Austin Mt. Blackrock - Parking at the end of VA Rt 663 (38.257350, -78.771045) we’ll ascend the Madison Run Road and Austin Mountain Trail to the AT, hike north to turn on the Doyles River Trail, then follow the Jones Run Trail back to the AT, and back to the cars via the Blackrock Spur and Furnace Mountain Trails.
Leader - Tom Kloster twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday March 22, 2022 - Balls Bluff/Morven Park Loop de Loop - Start Locale: Ida Lee Park Tennis Center “Bubble,” 60 Ida Lee Park Dr., Leesburg, VA, 20176. https://goo.gl/maps/KqUbBiMif7SyFjkR8 for a 10-mile/1000’ elevation loop of Balls Bluff Battlefield Park, featuring a unique civil war graveyard and a lengthy trail segment overlooking the Potomac. An optional, second loop encircling Morven Park follows, featuring a noonish lunch break at the historic mansion area amid its 1000 acres of grounds, which is largely focused on horses: five miles/500’ elevation. No more than 1/2 mile of easy bushwhacking.
Leader: Ray Smith, smithr5612@hotmail.com.
Tuesday March 15, 2022 – Lewis Mountain Off Trail Venture - Starting from the Rt 667 shoulder parking for the Pocosin Hollow Trail at 8:45 am, we will climb that trail and then bushwhack to the upper reaches of the hollow to view homesites, a cemetery, a barrel stave mill machine, and a steam engine. We will then connect with the AT and follow it north and, if time permits, climb Lewis Mountain. We will then return to the AT and descend the Slaughter and Conway River Trails back to Rt 667 viewing the remains of another cabin on the decent. The bushwhack can be avoided by following the Pocosin Hollow Trail and Pocosin Fire Road to the AT; about 14 miles with 3000 feet of ascent. PATC Map 10.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday March 8, 2022 - At South from 522 Around & Back – We will hike the Appalachian Trail South from Route 522 AT trailhead in Front Royal over Compton Peak to Jenkins Gap; take Jenkins Gap Trail to Route 634; right onto Route 622 to Lands Run Gap Road up to Skyline Drive then turn slight right onto the Dickey Ridge Trail to a left on Springhouse Trail, then left on AT heading North back to the cars. Approximately 19 miles/4200 feet elevation.
Leader: Michael Christiani, mike@cptrllc.com
March 1, 2022 - George Washington National Forest - We will do a circular route in the Little Sluice Mountain/Great North Mountain areas utilizing parts of the Tuscarora, Cedar Creek, Bread Road and Little Stony Creek Trails. Starting point will be at the end of Route 603 (Van Buren Rd) which is reached from I81 and routes 623, and 600. Approximate distance is 16.5 miles with 3500 ft of elevation gain.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday February 22, 20212 - Vigorous Hikers: Rock’n the Catoctin Mtn. - Start locale: NPS Catoctin Mtn. Visitor Center Main (asphalt/no fees)Parking Lot: (39.633864, -77.449878) 14707 Park Central Road, Thurmont, MD 21788
Route: The Extended Loop Trail, 9.9 miles/1,739’ elevation. Then, briefly, along Foxville Rd. and onto Cunningham Falls State Park’s Cat Rock (out and back)Yellow Trail segment for an additional 7.1 miles/1000’ elevation. A total 17 miles/2,740’ elevation.
Leader: Ray Smith, smithr5612@hotmail.com 703-732-7724
Tuesday February 15, 2022 - Aborted because of high water.
Tuesday February 8, 2022 - Corbin Mtn -Pinnacle - Nicholson Hollow Loop - This hike starts at the Nicholson Hollow trailhead to make a loop over Corbin Mountain, The Pinnacle on the AT and back down Hannah Run and Nicholson Hollow Trails to a well-earned trip home. There is a short, downhill bushwhack to make the connection between the AT and Hannah run trails. Total distance is approximately 16.2 miles. Total elevation gain 4,280 ft. Please consider the potential for ice/snow at higher elevations and prepare accordingly.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday February 1, 2022 - Vigorous Hike - Reston Area - (W&OD, CCT, Lake Fairfax) Starting in the parking lot at Reston Hospital Center Complex, the hike will make a loop using sections of the W&OD horse trail, the Fairfax Cross County Trail, Reston Association trails, Lake Fairfax Park trails and connecting trails for a total of 16 miles and 800 feet elevation gain.
Leader: Bruce Freedman, bfreedman58@icloud.com
January 25, 2022 - Harpers Ferry Area – Starting at the School House Ridge Battlefield, we'll do a hike in the Harpers Ferry area to include battlefield and riverside trails as well as a climb to Maryland Heights and the Stone Fort. The distance will be about 16 miles and 2500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
January 18, 2022 - Cancelled, show and ice.
Tuesday January 11, 2022 - McLean Loop - We will begin at McLean District Station, go along the quiet side of the I-495 soundwall to Georgetown Pike and Scott’s Run Nature Preserve, and then take the Potomac Heritage Trail down to Pimmit Run. From there we will cross the stream, take the Pimmit Run Trail to various neighborhoods and regional park trails within McLean back to the District Station. About 17 miles and 1700’ elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday January 4, 2022 - Antietam National Battlefield - Starting at the Visitor's Center, located at 5831 Dunker Church Rd., Sharpsburg MD, we will do a 14-15 mile hike covering many of the sites associated with the Battle of Sharpsburg.
Leader: Mina Goodrich, larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday December 28, 2021 - Arlington Triangle Hike - From Bluemont Park, the hike will follow local bike trails with a loop around Roosevelt Island for a total of 18.5 miles at a fast pace, with negligible elevation change.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday December 21, 2021 - Jordon River Loop - (PATC Map 9). Jordon River Trail to the AT at Gravel Springs Gap via the Mt Marshall and Bluff trails. North on the AT to Jenkins Gap and back to the cars via the Mt Marshall and Jordon River trails. 17.5 Miles, 3,000 feet.
Leader: Michael Christiani, Mike@cptrllc.com
Tuesday December 14, 2021 - Bull Run Regional Park. It will be an out and back starting at US 28 to a point past Bull Run Marina. Total distance is just under 21 miles with a 3,000 ft. elevation gain. The elevation gain is from a lot of up and down rather than the big climbs we get in SNP so it's not difficult.
Leader: Marshall Wilson, JMarshallWilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, December 7, 2021 - Vigorous Hike - Sky Meadows State Park - (PATC map 8). Beginning at the AT parking lot on Rte. 601 just north of Rte. 50, we will head south on the AT to Sky Meadows State Park where we will make a circling loop to the East side of the Park and return. About 17 miles with 3000 ft. of ascent.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 - Burke Lake, Lake Mercer, and CCT section. Starting from South Run Park, Springfield, this fast-paced hike will circle Lake Mercer, with a side out-and-back through Pohick Stream Valley on a CCT section, returning on the opposite side of Lake Mercer and continuing around Burke Lake. 15-20 miles, depending on whether the many stream crossings on pylons are accessible. Tread is a combination of pavement, dirt, and packed gravel. c. 1000 feet of gain. Since the trail is not well marked and there are many intersections, we will keep together as a group.
Leader: Carol Christensen, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday, November 23, 2021 - Elizabeth Furnace Figure 8 - (PATC Map G) Starting at the Elizabeth Furnace parking area hikers will take the Tuscarora to Shawl Gap and bearing right (south) take the Sherman Gap and Botts Trails back to Elizabeth Furnace. Hikers will cross over 678 and continue on the Massanutten Trail to the Maneka Peak Trail. Hikers will come back to the Tuscarora and follow it all the way back to Elizabeth Furnace. About 17 miles and 4000' of elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - Thompson Hollow to Elkwallow and Back - (PATC Map 9) We will park in Thompson Hollow near Bentonville VA. We will climb the Overall Run Trail to the AT and then take the AT South to Elkwallow Trail. We will take the Knob Mountain Cutoff Trail and Knob Mountain Trail North through Mathews Arm to the Weddlewood Trail going south and then follow the Heiskell Hollow Trail and then the Beecher Overall connecting trail to Overall Run Trail and then return to Thompson Hollow. 17 miles and 4000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Gene Whitaker, genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday November 9, 2021 - Browntown Loop. From Browntown, VA, we will hike up Rt. 631 to the Browntown trail and take the AT to Lands Run Gap. We will return via Lands Run Gap Rd., Rt. 622 and Rt. 634 to Browntown. Approximately 18 mile and 3,500 elevation. (shortcut available)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday November 2, 2021 – Lewis Mountain Off Trail Venture. Starting on Rt 667 at the base of Lewis Mountain, we will climb Pocosin Hollow and bushwack to the upper reaches attempting to locate an old steam engine. We will then climb to the summit of Lewis Mountain and investigate the abandoned lower Lewis Mountain Trail or the remains of a cabin on the Slaughter Mountain Trail; about 12 miles with 3000 feet of ascent. There will also be a longer non-bushwhacking option. (because of rain the bushwack adventure was postponed until a future date.)
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday October 26, 2021 – Pennsylvania’s Caledonia State Park and Michaux State Forest. Starting at Caledonia State Park, we will explore some of the trails in the area including Charcoal Hearth, Beaver, Rocky Knob, and the AT; about 18 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday October 19, 2021 - Whiteoak Canyon and Hawksbill Mountain. (PATC Map 10) We will start at the Whiteoak Canyon Parking lot off Rte 600 and take the Whiteoak Canyon Trail to the AT and head south. After an out-and-back to Betty's Rock we will proceed to the Salamander trail and to the top of Hawksbill. We go down the Hawksbill Trail and Cedar Run Trail back to the parking lot.(16 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain).
Leader: Wanda Cruz, wcruz_32225@yahoo.com
Tuesday October 12, 2021 - Neabsco Boardwalk, Julia J. Metz Wetland Preserve and Leesylvania State Park. Join us for a fast-paced 15 mile lollipop loop across the 3/4 mile Neabsco Boardwalk, traversing the wetlands around Neabsco Creek, pass through the Julia J. Metz Wetlands Preserve, and enter Leesylvania State Park, which borders the Potomac. Climbing the ridge there, we will visit a Confederate cannon emplacement, the site of the Lee family plantation and cemetery, as well as the ruins of a 19th century Fairfax family estate. About 1000 feet of gain. Meet at 8:30 at Rippon Landing State Park, 15125 Blackburn Rd., Woodbridge VA.
Leader: Carol Parker, c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday October 5, 2021 - Brunswick MD, Around & Back - From the Brunswick Boat Ramp parking we will cross the Potomac River Bridge and use easements and gravel roads with sparse traffic to hike to the Short Hills Tract of the Harpers Ferry National Park. After visiting Catoctin’s Buzzard Rock before lunching at the Harpers Ferry Brewery we will traverse Loudon Heights and take the C&O Towpath back to Brunswick. In all, about 19 miles and 2600 ft. of ascent.
Leader: Ray Smith, smithr5612@hotmail.com
Tuesday September 28, 2021 - Nethers, Passamaquoddy, Skyland and Back. Central District SNP. (PATC Map 10) From the Old Rag parking lot we will go up Nicholson Hollow Trail, the AT and the Passamaquoddy Trail to Skyland's back door for a relaxing lunch on the patio. We will return via the Horse Trail, Old Rag Fire Road, Corbin Mtn., and Nicholson Hollow Trails. Approximately 18 miles and 3300 feet ascent. Short cut alternatives are available.
Leader: Gene Whitaker, GeneWhit@gmail.com
Tuesday September 21, 2021 - Up Buck Hollow, Around, & Back. (PATC map 10) From the Rt. 211 parking area above Sperryville we will climb Buck Hollow and Skyline Drive to Hanna Run. We will then go down Hanna Run to Nicholson Hollow and up Hot Short Mtn. Trail. We will then take Hazel Mtn. Trail to Buck Ridge and back to the parking area.( about 17.5 miles and 3900 ft. of ascent)
Leader - Esther Park estherparkorg@gmail.com
Tuesday September 14, 2021 - Potomac Heritage. We will take the Potomac Heritage trail from Turkey Run park to Roosevelt Is. and back. 17 miles and 2200'. This is very rocky in some spots and also can be wet though the water looks low. Since it is an out and back, you can always make it shorter.
Meet by 8am at Turkey Run Park which is off of rte 495(beltway). Take exit towards DC 1 1/2miles to the first exit which is marked Turkey Run. Look for lot C1.
Leader - Lou Hurwitz, lou.nutshell@hotmail.com
Tuesday September 7, 2021 - Jordon River Loop - (PATC Map 9). Parking at the end of SR 629 (38.77223, -78.15922), we'll ascend the Jordon River Trail and continue to the AT at Gravel Springs Gap via the Mt Marshall and Bluff trails. We'll then hike north on the AT to Jenkins Gap and back to the cars via the Mt Marshall and Jordon River trails. About 16 miles with 2500 feet of ascent.
Leader - Mina Goodrich larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 31, 2021 – Pine Hill Trail to AT & Back on Broad Hollow Trail. We will start at the parking area off Rt. 681 and go down the road, up Pine Hill Gap trail down, down the Short Mtn. Trail, up the Hannah Run trail and across to and up the AT. We will return via the Hazel Mtn. and Broad Hollow trials to the start. Approximately 17.5 miles and 3900 feet elevation gain. Numerous short cut alternatives available. See attached map. (15.5 miles if shortcut and go down Skyline Drive)
Leader: Gene Whitaker, GeneWhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 24, 2021 - New Market Gap to Strickler and Duncan Knobs. Starting from the commuter parking lot at New Market Gap we will hike to both Strickler and Duncan Knobs via the Massanutten Connector Trail, Massanutten Trail, Gap Creek Trail, and Scothorn Gap Trail. Approximately 14 miles with 2500’ of elevation gain.
Leader: Steve Brown, swbmit77@verizon.net
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 - Little Schloss and Big Schloss Loop. The description is: "(PATC Map F) Start and finish (with splashdown) at Little Stony Creek counterclockwise to the two most prominent rock outcroppings in the Great North Mt., GWNF. About 18 miles and 3000’ of ascent. (park at 38.90836, -78.64102 )
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, August 10, 2021 - Piney Ridge–AT–Hull School Trail Loop. (PATC Map 9) Starting at the Keyser Run Fire Road at the end of VA614, we’ll take the Hull School Trail to the Piney Branch Trail and Piney Ridge Trail then climb to the Appalachian Trail and take it south to Beahm’s Gap. Return via the Hull School Trail to parking. Approximately 18 miles with 4,200’ elevation gain.
Leader: Andrew Heron, scfcfan1966@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 3, 2021 - Whiteoak Canyon and Hawksbill Mountain. (PATC Map 10) We will start at the Whiteoak Canyon Parking lot off Rte 600 and follow the Whiteoak Canyon Trail and take the Whiteoak Canyon Trail to Skyline Drive. Then walk across the drive taking the entrance to Skyland. Just before the horse stables turn left on the AT and head south. We will proceed to the Salamander trail and then to the top of Hawksbill for lunch. After that we will take the Hawksbill Trail back down to the Drive and then Cedar Run Trail to the parking lot where we started. (16 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain). Parking at N38 32.384 W78 20.942
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 3, 2021 - Whiteoak Canyon and Hawksbill Mountain. (PATC Map 10) We will start at the Whiteoak Canyon Parking lot off Rte 600 and follow the Whiteoak Canyon Trail and take the Whiteoak Canyon Trail to Skyline Drive. Then walk across the drive taking the entrance to Skyland. Just before the horse stables turn left on the AT and head south. We will proceed to the Salamander trail and then to the top of Hawksbill for lunch. After that we will take the Hawksbill Trail back down to the Drive and then Cedar Run Trail to the parking lot where we started. (16 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain). Parking at N38 32.384 W78 20.942
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 27, 2021 - Stony Man - Nicholson Hollow. From Old Rag Parking Lot., take Weakly Hollow Fire Rd to Robertson Mt Trail then ascend to Stony Man peak for lunch. Return via Old Rag Fire Rd and Corbin Mt, Indian Run and Nicholson Hollow Trails. 16.3 miles and 3900 ft ascent
Contact: Hunt Loftin, hloftin@verizon.net
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 - AT from Thornton Gap to Little Stony Man and Back. Parking at the Panorama parking lot at Thornton Gap, and hiking south on the AT, we'll do an out and back to Little Stony Man Cliffs, a distance of 17 miles with about 4000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 - Big Meadows Luncheon with Rose River Splash Down. Central District SNP. From the Rose River trailhead, we will visit President Hoover’s Rapidan Camp before having a leisurely lunch at Big Meadows Lodge. After lunch we will descend to the trailhead for a splashdown in the Rose River; about 18 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 - Staunton River Trail Loop – Central District SNP - (PATC Map 10): We will climb the Staunton River Trail, Jones Mountain Trail, Cat Knob Trail, and Laurel Prong Trail to the AT. We’ll then head north on the AT to Milam Gap. We’ll descend the Mill Prong Trail through Rapidan Camp and return to the start via the Laurel Prong, Fork Mountain and Staunton River Trails. Approximately 20 miles with 4600 ft of climb. A shortcut for a 15 mile hike is available.
Leader: Gene Whitaker genewhit@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 29, 2021 – Halfmoon and White Rocks - (PATC Map F.) The hike starts on Waites Run very close to the Pond Run / Tuscarora trail and takes a counter-clockwise route. Hikers will head toward Old Mine and then German Wilson trails. After an out-and-back at Half Moon Lookout, hikers will follow Halfmoon trail and then the Tuscarora. We will stop for lunch before continuing on the Tuscarora past White Rocks to the Old Mail Path. This will take us to Wilson Cove and back to Waites Run. There will be an opportunity to cool off in the refreshing waters of Waites Run. approx.15 miles, 2500' elevation. 39.015528, -78.605237 (Capon, WV 26851) gives you the approximate location near a hunter campsite. Don't go past Pond Run trail or the bridge.
Leader: Andrew Heron, scfcfan1966@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - Old Rag, Corbin Mtn. Loop - Central District SNP. From the Old Rag parking lot we will climb Old Rag on the Ridge Trail and then loop around the Saddle Trail, Old Rag Fire Road, Corbin Mountain, and Nicholson Hollow Tails. There’s an opportunity for a splashdown at the end; about 16 miles with 3100 feet ascent.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - Thornton to Elkwallow and Back - We will hike 17 miles with 3000' elevation on the A T from Thornton Gap/Panorama parking to Elkwallow Wayside - Blackberry ice-cream!!! and return. Entrance to Panorama is off of Rt 211 at the Thornton Gap exit or the parking lot entrance off of Rt 211. Approximately 17 miles with 3,0 feet of elevation gain.
Leader Lou Hurwitz lou.nutshell@hotmail.com
Tuesday, June 08, 2021 - Elkwallow, Pine Knob, Neighbor Mt, AT back to Elkwallow - Northern District, Shenandoah NP (PATC Map 9): Start at Elkwallow picnic area to the AT, south to Neighbor Mountain Trail, North on Knob Mountain Trail to the Knob Mountain cutoff and back to Elkwallow. Approximately 15 miles with 3,850 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Leader: Marshall Wilson, marshallwilson770@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 1, 2021 – Austin Mt. Blackrock - Parking at the end of VA Rt 663 (38.257350, -78.771045) we’ll ascend the Madison Run Road and Austin Mountain Trail to the AT, hike north to turn on the Doyles River Trail, then follow the Jones Run Trail back to the AT, and back to the cars via the Blackrock Spur and Furnace Mountain Trails.
Leader - Tom Kloster twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday, May 25, 2021 - Brown Mtn., Rocky Mtn and Big Run - We will start at Ivy Creek Overlook, milepost 77.5 on Skyline Drive (38.284033, -78.658780). Because the drive is a long one for most of us, we will be starting later than usual, at 9:00 AM. After a short walk on Skyline Drive to Brown Mountain overlook we will take the Brown Mountain Trail to Rocky Mountain Trail and on to the Big Run Portal Trail. Big Run Portal Trail to Big Run Loop Trail and on to the AT which we eill take back to the start. Approximately 17.5 miles and 2500 feet elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 –Buck Ridge to Sam's Ridge and back - (PATC Map 10) Buck Ridge, Hazel Mtn., White Rocks trails and back via Hazel Mtn. and Buck Hollow trails. This is about 17 miles and around 4000 feet.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2021 - Washington Monument State Park - (PATC MAP 5) Starting from the Washington Monument State Park parking lot we will proceed North on the AT for approximately 7 1/2 miles and then return. (15 miles, 2000 elevation gain)
Leader: Bart Rhoades, retiredrhoades@gmail.com
Tuesday May 4, 2021 - AT/Sky Meadows - Meet at parking lot at the base of Liberty Hill Lane where it intersects Route 50 (39.018174, -77.968487). We head up to the AT and then south to Sky Meadows State Park where we will explore the trails and enjoy the views. About 17 miles with 3000 ft. of ascent. (PATC Map 8)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday April 27, 2021 – AT North from Rte. 55 and Back - (PATC Map 8) Hike will be an out and back along the AT starting at the parking lot on VA-725 just north of I-66 and Rte. 55 for a total of 18 miles.
Leader: Mina Goodrich, larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday April 20, 2021 – Little Devils Stairs - Starting at 8:30 a.m. in the parking area at the base of the Little Devils Stairs Trail. The hike route ascends Little Devils Stairs Trail to the AT via the Pole Bridge and Sugarloaf Trails, then south on the AT, turning on to the Thornton River Trail and back to the start via the Hull School trail and the Keyser Run Fire Rd. Total of about 17 miles, with 4100 ft. of climb.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 – Matthews Arm – Overall Run hike - from Elkwallow Wayside parking lot, we hike in a clockwise direction taking the AT south along various trails to Overall Run trail, Tuscarora Trail and eventually AT south to the parking lot. Cutoff trails allow for a 17.7 mile/4300 foot ascent or 14.6 mile/3800 foot ascent hike.
Leader: Hunt Loftin, hloftin65@gmail.com
Tuesday April 6, 2021 - At South from 522 Around & Back – We will hike the Appalachian Trail South from Route 522 AT trailhead in Front Royal over Compton Peak to Jenkins Gap; take Jenkins Gap Trail to Route 634; right onto Route 622 to Lands Run Gap Road up to Skyline Drive then turn slight right onto the Dickey Ridge Trail to a left on Springhouse Trail, then left on AT heading North back to the cars. Approximately 19 miles/4200 feet elevation.
Leader: Mike Christiani, mike@cptrllc.com
Tuesday March 30, 2021 - Bull Run-Occoquan Trail, an out-and-back - Join us for a fast-paced hike on the Bull Run-Occoquan Trail, an out-and-back heading north from its southern terminus at Fountainhead Regional Park, 10875 Hampton Rd, Fairfax Station, VA. Meet at the Fountainhead parking lot at 8:20 and be ready to hike at 8:30. 16.3 miles and 2680 feet of gain.
Leader: Carol Christensen c.christensen@comcast.net
Tuesday March 23, 2021 - Roller Coaster - Beginning at the parking lot on route 7 we will hike south on the AT 12 miles to the trail leading to the Myron Glaser cabin and return to 605 for shuttles back to Rt 7. Elev. 5000', 17.25 miles. PATC Map 8.
Leader: Lou Hurwitz, lou.nutshell@hotmail.com
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 - Leading Ridge/Hannah Run/Nicholson Hollow/Crusher Ridge, Central District SNP. (PATC Map 10) Starting at the access road (669) to Leading Ridge hikers will complete a tough climb to the AT, follow along Skyline to Hannah Run and take it down to Nicholson Hollow. Hikers will then climb back up to the AT passing Corbin Cabin on the way. Hikers will then descend Crusher ridge down to 669, make a right and head for the parked cars near the Leading Ridge Trail. Approximately 16 miles and over 4300 feet of ascent. Options available to shorten the hike.
Leader: Rick True rwtgwu1961@gmail.com
Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - Bearfence, Big Creek, Conway River, and Devils Ditch Off Trail Venture - Beginning at Bearfence on the central section of Skyline Drive, we will do a loop including the off-trail falls on Big Creek, the Conway River, and Devils Ditch Falls. This is a combination of Jack Thorson's November 2003 and September 2008 waterfall hikes. About 13 miles with 4000 feet of ascent. There will also be a longer non-bushwhacking option.
Leader - Dave Green dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 -- Tuscarora Trail and More -- Beginning at the Dry Gap parking area, we will walk North for 3 miles on the Tuscarora Trail until descending the mountain along a power line. After 3 road miles we turn onto the old Tuscarora Trail and ascend the mountain for lunch at a wide scenic overlook. From there it's another 6.5 miles on the Tuscarora back to our cars. 17.2 miles and 2500 feet of elevation gain.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021 - McLean Loop - We will begin at Scott’s Run Nature Preserve, taking the Potomac Heritage Trail down to Pimmit Run. From there we will cross the stream, take the Pimmit Run Trail to various neighborhoods and regional park trails within McLean, completing the loop via to the trail along the quiet side of the I-495 soundwall to Georgetown Pike and Scott’s Run. About 17 miles and 1700’ elevation.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday Feb 9, 2021 - Cabin John Trail - from Cabin John Park on MacArthur Blvd in Maryland we will take Cabin John Trail out and back so shorter options are available. (18 miles w/2000' elevation)
Leader: Lou Hurwitz, lou.nutshell@hotmail.com
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 – Dickey Ridge Snow storm Hike. Although the big snowstorm turned into an icy dud here in the DC Metropolitan area, there is promise of better snow conditions in Shenandoah NP. So we will climb the Dickey Ridge Trail from the Park boundary (38.9064,-78.1962) , me with my telemark skis, and ski back on Skyline Drive. It's a bunny slope ski if anyone else wants to attempt it. Otherwise, this plan offers maximum flexibility for hikers to do an out and back on the Trail or the Drive as they are comfortable with conditions.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, January 26, 2021 - Mt Marshall - Parking at the end of VA Rt 625, we’ll ascend the Mt Marshall Trail, turn left onto the Bluff Trail and follow it to the AT. We'll head north on the AT to Jenkins Gap where we'll briefly follow SLD back to the Mt Marshall Trail and descend it back to the cars. The distance is about 17 miles with 3000 feet of ascent.
Leader; Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 - Prince William Forest--We will do a counter-clockwise circuit of the Prince William Forest Park starting on the east side of the park and covering several trails. The two main trails we will do include North Valley and South Valley Trails. We will have lunch somewhere along the South Valley Trail. The estimated mileage is 18.5 miles with about 1700' of elevation.
Leader: Wanda I. Cruz, wcruz_32225@yahoo.com
Tuesday, January 12th, 2021-- Capon Springs Circle - (PATC Maps F&L) Starting at the Tuscarora Trail parking area at Dry Gap (WVA/VA line) hikers will take the Tuscarora south to the connector Trail down to Hawk Recreation Area. Hikers will then be on the "old" Tuscarora Trail, crossing Capon Springs Rd and then continuing around on various backroads until we recross Capon Springs Road and complete the circle.
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com
Tuesday, January 5, 2021 - Pas Mountain and On -Start at Panorama Parking lot at Thornton Gap. AT north to Pass Mtn Hut Rd to the hut. Left on Pass Mountain Trail to AT. North on AT to Beahms Gap. Right on Hull School Trail. Left on Thornton River Upper Trail to the AT. Follow AT south all the way back to the parking lot. 15.5 Miles and 3,467 ascent.
Leader; Phil Ayliff, payliff@gmail.com
Tuesday December 29, 2020 - Arlington Triangle Hike - From Bluemont Park, the hike will follow local bike trails with a loop around Roosevelt Island for a total of 18.5 miles at a fast pace, with negligible elevation change.
Leader: Tom Kloster, twk07@comcast.net
Tuesday December 22, 2020 - Dickey Ridge Trail Out and Back - (PATC map 9) From the north entrance of SNP and hike to the Dickey Ridge Trail and Appalachian Trail to the intersection at (Carson Mountain) where we will have lunch, then return back on the DRT to the entrance of SNP. Approximately 20 miles and 2500 feet elevation.
Leader: Mike Christiani, mike@cptrllc.com
Tuesday, December 15, 2020 - Potomac Heritage Trail - Potomac Heritage Trail from Turkey Run Park to Teddy Roosevelt Island and return. 17 miles with 2000’ of elevation. Will meet 8am at Turkey Run Park off of George Washington Parkway.
Leader: Lou Hurwitz, lou.nutshell@hotmail.com
Tuesday December 8, 2020 – Big Schloss, “Tom’s” Ridge, & Tibbet Knob – On a recent trip to Big Schloss, Tom noted a rock ridge to the northeast. Starting at Wolf Gap, we will climb Big Schloss to view this ridge and then attempt an off-trail venture to investigate it. We will then return to Wolf Gap via Tibbet Knob. About 15 miles with 3500 feet of ascent. A longer non-bushwhacking alternative will be available.
Leader: Dave Green, dkgreenva@hotmail.com
Tuesday, December 1, 2020--Elizabeth Furnace Figure 8 - (PATC Map G) Starting at the Elizabeth Furnace parking area hikers will take the Tuscarora to Shawl Gap and bearing right (south) take the Sherman Gap and Botts Trails back to Elizabeth Furnace. Hikers will cross over 678 and continue on the Massanutten Trail to the Maneka Peak Trail. Hikers will come back to the Tuscarora and follow it all the way back to Elizabeth Furnace. About 17 miles and 4000' of elevation.
Leader: Mina Goodrich, larrymina@gmail.com
Tuesday, November 24, 2020 - Sugarloaf Mt. Triple-Loop Tour, Maryland - We'll complete 6 of 7 colored trails along with part of the 7th, the Yellow Trail, to total 15.5 miles and 3500 feet of ascent.
Leader: Josh Silverman, betula54@msn.com
Tuesday, November 17, 2020 - Nethers, Stony Man and Back - Central District SNP. (PATC Map 10) From the Old Rag parking lot we will go up Nicholson Hollow Trail, the AT to the Stony Man peak for lunch. We will return via the Horse Trail, Old Rag Fire Road, Corbin Mtn., and Nicholson Hollow Trails. Approximately 17 miles and 3600 feet ascent, give or take. Short cut alternatives are available. Leader: Wanda Cruz, wcruz_32225@yahoo.com
Tuesday, November 10, 2020 - Browntown, Browntown Trail, AT, Jenkins Gap and Back. - From Browntown, VA, we will hike up Rt. 631 to the Browntown trail and take the AT to Lands Run Gap. We will return via Lands Run Gap Rd., Rt. 622 and Rt. 634 to Browntown. Approximately 18 mile and 3,500 elevation. (shortcut available)
Leader: Ed Cook, veetee76@gmail.com .