June 21, 2025
Hike: Dark Hollows Trail
Long Gate Park & Ride • Meadowbrook Ln Ellicott City, MD 21043 Organized by Howard County Government
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This scenic figure-eight circuit begins in Caledonia State Park, passes rhododendrons, cathedral pines, and hemlocks, and joins the Appalachian Trail to follow the rocky gorge of Dark Hollow. Info: Matt Medicus, 410-313-1769 or mmedicus@howardcountymd.gov.Moderately difficult terrain: 8 miles.
The terrain for this trip is MODERATELY DIFFICULT. For information on the distance and elevation change for any Trail Hike sections, visit www.trailhiker.org (website maintained by one of the dedicated volunteer Trail Hike leaders).
The HCRP Trail Hike program features many historic sights and panoramic views. This trip is separate from the Appalachian Trail and Catoctin Trail Series; ask your hike leader for information about those series and the completion patches.
Trip leaders interpret points of interest and keep a moderate pace. Participants should be in good shape, have good balance and depth perception to be able to hike two miles over rocky hills without a break and the ability to complete the distance indicated. Fee includes van or school bus transportation from the Park & Ride lot at the intersection of Rte. 100 and Long Gate Pkwy, Ellicott City. Under 16 must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian who is also registered for the Trail Hike.
Detailed information is emailed to participants in the week prior to the hike date. Closed-toed shoes required for all participants at all times. All participants should check the program status line after 7am the day of the Trail Hike, regardless of current conditions (410-313-4451, press option 1 THEN option 3). Trip return time may vary depending on the hike distance, traffic and speed of the group.
If you know in advance that you will be unable to attend a Trail Hike you are registered for, please notify us (email preferred) as soon as possible prior to the hike date. All participants must be pre-registered and on the roster for the hike. While it is possible to switch registrations prior to the hike date, we cannot accept switches or Wait Listed participants on the morning of the trip.
Info: Matt Medicus, 410-313-1769 or mmedicus@howardcountymd.gov. Visit www.tinyurl.com/HCRPAdventure for more Adventure & Outdoor opportunities!
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Hike: Dark Hollows Trail
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