Hike | Explore | Enjoy
Hike | Explore | Enjoy
Although I plan most of my trips around hiking trails, my family isn’t as gung-ho as I am and prefers other activities in addition to hiking. That’s why I love visiting towns like Frederick, Maryland. There are several awesome trails…
I love planning hiking trips, especially those that take place in the fall! Whether you are going out for a day trip or planning a weekend getaway, you’ll want to time your trip to coincide with peak fall color! That’s…
Of course, I love hiking! And I enjoy it even more when I have the kids in tow. They also enjoy exploring nature, climbing rocks, and taking in incredible views as much as I do. There are so many great,…
Baltimore is in a great location! It’s so close to other major cities, like Washington, DC, and Philadelphia. But it’s also close to some fantastic hiking trails! Maryland’s unique terrain gives the folks in Baltimore plenty of options for hiking.…
The Maryland Heights Trail is a popular but challenging hike starting in Harpers Ferry. The 4.5-mile out-and-back trail features a steep climb to a stunning overlook of Harpers Ferry, offering a view of the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah…
There is nothing like a short trail leading to a gorgeous view, and the Weverton Cliffs hike is one such hike. The Weverton Cliffs hike is about two miles out and back. It is moderately challenging, but the many switchbacks along the…
Catoctin Mountain Park in Thurmont, Maryland, is a popular park for outdoor lovers, and the Wolf Rock and Chimney Rock Trail is one of their most popular hikes! The Wolf Rock and Chimney Rock loop is just under 4 miles,…
Have you checked out the view from the top of the Washington Monument? No, not that Washington Monument. I’m talking about the original one, located in Maryland! There is a short and easy trail in Washington Monument State Park that…
A beautiful, accessible waterfall trail runs along the flowing Potomac River, not far from Washington, DC. Great Falls in Maryland offers visitors an easy way to see multiple waterfalls. The Olmstead Island Bridges trail to the Great Falls Overlook is…
One of the most popular hikes near Washington, DC, is the Billy Goat Trail, section A by Great Falls. And it’s no wonder! This trail offers beautiful views of the Potomac River, rock scrambling, and its infamous 50-foot ascent. It’s…