Trail Buddies

Please read this entire event description for important information before signing up. Since this is a private campground, I kindly ask that only members who’ve met me in person register for this event. To help us better manage activities at camp, we have an additional sign up sheet which must be filled out prior to attending. This event coincides with our weekend ride on the GAP, and you may register for one or both events.

Why pay for a campsite when you can lodge with us for free? Come surround yourself in nature and enjoy the beautiful vegetation and peaceful sounds of local wildlife at our relaxing campground!

The itinerary for this event is as follows:

Friday (10/3):

• Arrive at camp anytime after 6:00 PM
• Ingredients will be provided for hot ham and cheese and vegetable/pepperoni pizza mountain pies
• We will of course be offering a bonfire in true Trail Buddies fashion

Saturday (10/4):

• For those participating in our main event, we will depart from camp promptly at 8:10 AM
• Dinner will be prepared and served (sign up required) once we return from our main event
• We will of course be offering a bonfire in true Trail Buddies fashion

Sunday (10/5):

• Breakfast will be served around 9:00 AM (sign up required)
• We will of course be offering a bonfire in true Trail Buddies Fashion

* By signing up, you agree to abide by our camp rules.

* The Crapper and Shiny Hiney will be available for all guests. You may bring your own towels and soap/shampoo for the shower or you’re welcome to use ours.

* The posted location for this event is Mount Davis, which will get you close to camp (for trip planning purposes). As the event draws near, our website will message registered folks with a pin for camp. If you don’t register on the additional sign up form, you will not receive the pin for camp.

MEETING LINK: https://goo.gl/maps/LDvSu547vZu6QR8A7

This event is classified as Beginner

Buddy Points: 2

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It's been many years since I completed a century ride and I feel something should be done about that. This will be a 44 mile out and back ride from Rockwood PA to Cumberland MD giving us a total of 88 miles as we inch closer towards 100! This event will coincide with a camping event at our campground near Mt. Davis, so be sure to check that out as well if you’d like to get the full Trail Buddies experience and the best we have to offer.

We’ll be passing by popular attractions during our ride such as the Eastern Continental Divide, the Big Savage Tunnel, and the Mason Dixon Line. We’ll stop for a relaxing lunch in Cumberland before returning to Rockwood. Speed/pace will not be the primary objective of this ride. This event will either conclude once we return to the parking area or continue on to our campground if you’d like to join us for extended quality tramily time.

MEETING LINK: https://maps.app.goo.gl/81ZNQA14CCmxm2Ym7

This event is classified as Experienced

Buddy Points: 42.2

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Are you new to Trail Buddies or the outdoors? Read our Mission Statement

Did you know there’s s'more to Trail Buddies than dirt, mud, snow, campfires, and cold hard miles? Learn of s'more ways you can become involved with our amAzing tramily off the trail.

Check out our previous newsletters

Trail Buddies Terms: We've updated our membership agreement on 3/21/2025, click here for the latest update.

View our route in All Trails

Items to consider bringing: Trekking poles, plenty of snacks and hydration, headlamp.
Here's the general route.

• We'll turn left out of the park office and hike 1/4 mile down Route 18 and turn right onto the Forest Trail (white blazed). We'll continue on the Forest Trail for 3.5 miles before it brings us out to Lakeside Road.

• We'll hike 1/2 mile on Lakeside Road, then turn right onto Raccoon Park Road. We'll hike Raccoon Park Road for 1/4 mile and turn left onto the Heritage Trail (blue blazed).

• We'll hike 9 miles on the Heritage Trail until it becomes the Appaloosa Trail (yellow blazed).

• We'll pass an access trail to the Pioneer Campground after 1.5 miles, and continue on for another 1.25 miles until the Appaloosa brings us out to Pioneer Camp Road.

• We'll hike a short way on Pioneer Camp Road and Turn left onto Nichol Road.

• We'll continue on Nichol Road for 1/2 mile and turn left back onto the Forrest Trail (while blazed).

• We'll continue on the Forrest Trail for 2.5 miles before it bring us back to Route 18, and we'll turn right to return to the park office.

MEETING LINK: https://goo.gl/maps/SFXroSVLc7s9rND56

This event is classified as Experienced

Buddy Points: 24

Qualifying Badges: Hike 500 Miles, 52 Hike Challenge

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Are you new to Trail Buddies or the outdoors? Read our Mission Statement

Did you know there’s s'more to Trail Buddies than dirt, mud, snow, campfires, and cold hard miles? Learn of s'more ways you can become involved with our amAzing tramily off the trail.

Check out our previous newsletters

Trail Buddies Terms: We've updated our membership agreement on 3/21/2025, click here for the latest update.

Please read this entire event description for important information before signing up. Since this is a private campground, I kindly ask that only members who’ve met me in person register for this event. To help us better manage activities at camp, we have an additional sign up sheet which must be filled out prior to attending. This event coincides with our weekend ride on the GAP, and you may register for one or both events.

Why pay for a campsite when you can lodge with us for free? Come surround yourself in nature and enjoy the beautiful vegetation and peaceful sounds of local wildlife at our relaxing campground!

The itinerary for this event is as follows:

Friday (10/17):

• Arrive at camp anytime after 6:00 PM
• Ingredients will be provided for hot ham and cheese and vegetable/pepperoni pizza mountain pies
• We will of course be offering a bonfire in true Trail Buddies fashion

Saturday (10/18):

• For those participating in our main event, we will depart from camp promptly at 7:50 AM
• Dinner will be prepared and served (sign up required) once we return from our main event
• We will of course be offering a bonfire in true Trail Buddies fashion

Sunday (10/19):

• Breakfast will be served around 9:00 AM (sign up required)
• We will of course be offering a bonfire in true Trail Buddies Fashion

* By signing up, you agree to abide by our camp rules.

* The Crapper and Shiny Hiney will be available for all guests. You may bring your own towels and soap/shampoo for the shower or you’re welcome to use ours.

* The posted location for this event is Mount Davis, which will get you close to camp (for trip planning purposes). As the event draws near, our website will message registered folks with a pin for camp. If you don’t register on the additional sign up form, you will not receive the pin for camp.

MEETING LINK: https://goo.gl/maps/LDvSu547vZu6QR8A7

This event is classified as Beginner

Buddy Points: 2

View this event on our website or preview a printer friendly report

Are you new to Trail Buddies or the outdoors? Read our Mission Statement

Did you know there’s s'more to Trail Buddies than dirt, mud, snow, campfires, and cold hard miles? Learn of s'more ways you can become involved with our amAzing tramily off the trail.

Check out our previous newsletters

Trail Buddies Terms: We've updated our membership agreement on 3/21/2025, click here for the latest update.