Event Type:
Pack Event
Date:
Sunday, October 8, 2023 - 2:00pm
We will host our "September" hike on Sunday, October 8th at 2pm at on the Northwest Branch Trail.
"September" Pack Hike
Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 2pm
Northwest Branch Trail
Parking: The parking lot is near the trailhead, just off of Route 29, about 1/4 mile south of Lockwood Drive on Colesville Road. We will hike NORTH along the WEST bank of the river (the "Northwest Branch trail").
For GPS: Burnt Mills West Special Park,10701 Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20901 (https://goo.gl/maps/
Note that parking on the west side of Route 29 (near the dam) is limited. You may need to park in the lot on the east side, south of the gas station, or in the shopping center with Trader Joe's. Please arrive a bit early to account for parking.
We will hike a little over 3 miles total, an out-and-back along a flat trail.
Dogs are allowed on the trail.
The link to the trail map (it's on page 2 of the PDF) is:
Remember:
Leave no trace
Stay on the path
Do not run, be careful with leaves on the ground
Wear appropriate footwear, and be prepared for any weather
Bring water and a snack.
Enjoy the outdoors and Have Fun!!!
Leave no trace
Stay on the path
Do not run, be careful with leaves on the ground
Wear appropriate footwear, and be prepared for any weather
Bring water and a snack.
Enjoy the outdoors and Have Fun!!!