GO Carderock (Kids)

Get Outside Carderock are some ideas for kids and active adults to explore nearby areas. Conquer your Nature Deficit Syndrome and try these nearby fun outdoor adventures below, complete with details. Many thanks to Alison Ewing for getting this started!

First Semi-Annual Carderock Campout, Oct 2013 photos and thoughts

 

List of over 75 Children's Play Places, Outdoor Activities and Special Events for Kids - many thanks to Carderock's Eric Nothman


What to Bring on a Hike 

http://www.meetup.com/Maryland-Hiking/pages/Gear_Information_and_What_to_Bring/

Sugarloaf Mountain

One of our favorite hikes close to home is Sugarloaf Mountain,

which is about 30 miles from Carderock.

Billy Goat Trail

Probably most “Carderockians” know this trail intimately, but just

in case… we are so lucky to have this trail in our backyard!

Big Schloss Mountain

This spectacular hike in the George Washington National Forest is

especially fun in late fall through early Spring

White Oak Canyon

White Oak Canyon hike is a wonderful, summertime hike for the

family, with some of the most spectacular waterfalls...

BIKING Adventures

- biking to Potomac Village

- biking to Georgetown

 

CAMPING Adventures

with thanks to Eric Nothman for compiling camping info so the rest of us can spend more time camping!

- over 60 campgrounds/cabins in MD, VA, PA, West VA, DE

 

OTHER Adventures

Canoeing/Kayaking on the Potomac

Letterboxing Anyone?