Hiking News

January 24th Snowshoe Tour Report

Carol Calhoun Hiking News, Snow Report

Another superb weekend of great conditions. A thaw is moving in but it will not affect conditions on the north slopes which will remain very nice. Cold weather returns for our mountain top with cold nights to keep the snowpack safe. Sporadic snow in the forecast this midweek and even some ice so the forest should be gorgeous.

We have a tour going out Thursday January 28th at 10am. Call us if you want to get on. 301-746-4083

Our long term snow report is looking really good with the north slopes really socked in with snow. We are hoping to get back to Swallow Falls State Park soon – but the conditions are so great in Garrett State Forest (15 minutes from Swallow Falls), for awhile longer, tours will be held there near the sub-artic ecosystem of Cranesville Swamp.

Weather looks like it could be a little up and down but no real long warm spells in the forecast yet- so north slopes are in good shape to get well into March if weather cooperates a little. Cold nights help! A storm or two and we should be back at Swallow Falls.

ACCUWEATHER EXTENDED FORECAST

January 24th Tour Photos

January 23rd, Snowshoeing Report

Carol Calhoun Hiking News, Snow Report, uncategorized

It’s getting really great at our tour location. The north slope is really socking in the snow and it’s really the best it has been in 4 years. Getting multiple snows on top of one another is really a nice change from the past few years where the snow and thaw cycle was quick, leaving the ground bare1/2 of the time. This year we actually have a base in some places! And it’s building! We should be good for tours thrugh February and March. March can actually be and historically has been our snowiest month.

January 23rd 2021, Tour Photos

We are hoping to move back to Swallow Falls State Park soon. But, it’s hard to leave the snow depths we are finding near Cranesville. In general there is probably enough snow in most places to xc ski and snowshoe now. Unfortunately the state parks are not renting skis or snowshoes. High Mountain Sports may have snowshoe rentals. The trails at Swallow Falls can be hardpacked and perhaps icy….be careful.

For information on our tours call us at 301-746-4083 and leave a message if we are out. Space is limited to 10 guests per day. Keep thinking snow…it’s working!!!!

January 20th Snowshoeing Report

Carol Calhoun Hiking News, Snow Report, uncategorized

Conditons are getting really good and we may be moving back to the back country of Swallow Falls. Currently we are enjoying a nice 3-6 hard base and 12-14 inches of fresh snow on the north slopes. See pictures below. Lots of snow today and some in the forecast as well.

Check out our local Deep CReek Lake web cam and weather links page,

Not much more to report on snow. The pictures speak for themselves. This page becomes more of a ‘recent’ trip photo page than a weather page once our season is in full swing with good snow coverage.

January 17th, 2021 Snowshoe Tour Report

Carol Calhoun Hiking News, Snow Report

Conditions for our tours are very good where we are offering our tours. The north slope is really holding snow great and starting to pile up on the frozen base. Snow is in the forecast so it will just get better and better. Cold weather looks like it sticking around for at least 2-3 weeks.

Make your reservations early we are only taking 10 people per day. Call 301-746-4083

We’ll let the video speak about the conditions. Take good care folks stay safe!!!!

January 16th, Snowshoeing Snow Report – Deep Creek Lake Maryland

Carol Calhoun Hiking News, Snow Report
January 16th, Snowshoeing Snow Report – Deep Creek Lake Maryland

Well folks Mother Nature brought a gorgeous fres snow today for the tour. The base as we predicted is holding out on the north slopes. In fact the thaw barely touched the north slope snow pack whch is about 5-6 inches of hard crust. The snowshoes in current conditions are very practical for climbing and descending and keeping your feet from post holing into holes. We had an amazing time! Check out the photos below!

  • Muddy Creek headwaters
  • nothern boreal bog habitat
  • Sheel and Alan!
  • Selfie time in the bog.
  • Father daughter time, Kate and Peter
  • climbing up Snaggy
  • chillin in the bog
  • nice frosty trees
  • Bog time
  • Bet and Brett and Alan and Sheel.
  • Katie in the snowy trees
January 16th Snowshoe Tour

Most everywhere else “on the mountain” the new snow is 2+- inches on no base to speak of. In Friendsville where we live we have no snow. It’s reall apparent rigt now te difference in elevation and exposure for finding good conditions or ANY conditions at all.

Wisp has good snow for snow tubing and downhill skiing.

Best cross country conditions are at White Grass in Canaan Valley.

State Parks still apear to be closed.

WINTER APPEARS TO BE HERE FOR AWHILE – LET’S GO SNOWSHOEING!!!!!!!

January 10th 2021 Snow Report

Carol Calhoun Hiking News, Snow Report

Snowpack is still holding really well on our north facing mountain and we had a great tour with Tiffany, Loni and their kids. I.m sure that in much of the Deep Creek Lake Area you can’t find much natural snow in the woods. Snow is insufficient at Swallow Falls and we are looking forward to returning there as the winter snowfall returns.

Until then we’ll drive a little further into Garrett Forest where we are finding pretty great conditions on Snaggy Mountain. We are OPEN FOR TOURS!

Pictures are from Sunday January 10th, 2021. We anticipate the snow holding out for a few weeks unless we get rain. Which is not in the forecast. Winter should come back. STAY TUNED. CALL FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION 301-746-4083

Guided Hikes at Swallow Falls

Carol Calhoun Hiking News
Guided Hikes at Swallow Falls
Guided hikes Deep Creek Lake
Take time to get outside and play! Nature has a miraculous ability to provide your immune system with a boost and fight stress. Both key elements in overall health and staying strong and healthy.

Our guided hikes at Swallow Falls have been going well. The park has been really crowded even on weekdays so we have been trying to maximize our time in the more remote corners of the park where we can find some solitude with your group.

FALL HIKING TOUR RATES AND INFORMATION

Guided hikes in Garrett County Maryland
We have been exploring the areas around the main park trail system for many years. We’ve got you covered as far as avoiding the crowds.

We do require masks be worn while we hike in a single file. Please feel free to bring small daypacks with snacks and water. After December 20th our hikes (if we are not snowshoeing by then) convert to Winter Hikes and are $30 per person (under 18 $20), and we provide hot coco and cookies!

Adequate footwear is required if conditions are wet. This just means shoes with some form of tread. Where we go can be a little rugged and you need a little support and traction. Any group can visit the park on the well traveled and mostly graveled trails, so we make special effort to give you a special treat by exploring areas off-the-beaten-path. This also helps maintain great social distancing with other park visitors.

Call us at 301-746-4083 if you want to take a hike with us or discuss the possibilities. Sometimes we can accommodate same day bookings, but it’s always best to book in advance. We much prefer to start the hikes at 9am.

Best hiking in Deep Creek Lake
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Here are some links to outdoor resources for hikers and visitors to Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County, MD.

FALL HIKING TOURS

Carol Calhoun Hiking News

This autumn we will be offering our hiking tours to Swallow Falls and The Youghioheny Wild and Scenic River Corridor. In addition we offer custom hikes to the Middle Fork of The Savage Wildlands , Cranesville Swamp Backcountry, Big Savage Mountain Climb and Lost Lands.

COVID 19: Masks are worn when walking or snowshoeing on trails in a single file line. When we stop for a nature moment or fun learning we can spread out a little and pull masks down.

Families enjoy our hikes because they learn about the park and ecology and the inside scoop on the Deep Creek Lake area from a local guide.

Call us to schedule a hike. Guide Fee/Rates vary based on tour length and trail location. 301-746-4083