Spring Grove

I'll be honest. I wasn't expecting much from Codorus State Park. But, my Saturday was open and I wanted to go somewhere I wouldn't have to fight for legroom. I didn't need anything majestic--just some space. Codorus, centrally located in the picturesque hills of York County, PA, seemed to fit the bill. Its website described a few trails, a boat ramp, some car camping; this was the kind of airy,...

Nixon Park is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near York, Pennsylvania.

Mary Ann Furnace Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Hanover, Pennsylvania.

Cousler Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near York, Pennsylvania.

Hemlock Gorge from Grave Run Road is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Manchester, Maryland.

Gunpowder River Railroad Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Manchester, Maryland.

York Heritage Trail along Codorus Creek is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near York, Pennsylvania.

This is one of Baltimore's little known gems. The area contains an ecosystem which is essentially non-existent outside of the Appalachian mountain regions. It has also been seemingly under-appreciated and abused by locals. I am trusting that the Outbound Collective community will do its part to enjoy and appreciate this spot. I also hope that members of the community will do their part to leave...

Hemlock Gorge Extended Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Manchester, Maryland.