Highest Point on the AT in (MD) Hike

This hike leader hikes for views! We'll have views for days on this unusually interesting hike on one of the northernmost stretches of the Appalachian Trail in Maryland. This area is often referred to the preview to the Pennsylvania section of the Appalachian Trail due to its very rocky nature.

Starting from Penn-Mar Park along the MD/PA border, we will first ascend to High Knob, the highest point on the AT in Maryland, where we will lunch at a spectacular broad overlook. After lunch, we'll continue southbound towards the Raven Rock shelter. We will detour to walk through the fabled Devils Racecourse, an impressive level but rocky boulder field covering a stream you can hear but seldom see beneath your feet.

Total length of this moderate round-trip hike is around 8 miles, with about 1200 feet of elevation gain. Bring beverages, lunch and about $14 for transportation and trip fees.

Bring water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunscreen, sturdy footwear, and hiking poles (optional). We'll make a Sheetz pit stop to pick up lunch or any last-minute snacking needs. Trip fees should be about $14 ($9 for gas reimbursement, $5 Adventuring fee). RSVPs will open 2 weeks before the event and close at 7pm the day before the event.

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