Connecting People to the Outdoors
Since 1927
Since 1927, PATC has been serving the outdoor community through creating and maintaining trails, cabins, and shelters throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. PATC strives to connect people with the outdoors through outreach events, workshops, and volunteer opportunities.
Trails
PATC manages over 1000 miles of trails in Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia, including 240 miles of AT. We provide trail and shelter maintenance with the help of dedicated volunteers.
Cabins
PATC maintains 48 cabins, to provide hiking and outdoor experiences for its members and the public. These cabins are sprinkled throughout the mountainous Potomac region of Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Outreach
PATC offers a variety of outreach programs for the community. Join us for a group hike or attend one of our upcoming events to learn about ways you can get involved.
Volunteer Opportunities
Upcoming Events
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Trail Patrol Meeting
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Easy Hike -- U.S. National Arboretum
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North Mountain Brigade (NMB) Trail Maintenance Work Crew
11am Trail Patrol CPR/AED/1st Aid course
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6pm New Member Meeting
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Easy Hike: Columbia Island Marina to Roosevelt Island
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Little Bennett, a 7.6 mile moderate hike
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DC Crew- Rock Creek Park Work Trip
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Balls Run, VA: A Moderate 6.3-Mile Hike
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Easy Hike: Black Hill Regional Park
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Piscataway Park and Colonial Farm: A Moderate 6 Mile hike
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Flip-Flop Kickoff
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Backpacking 101 Hands-on Class
Rock Creek Park Trail Work
Rock Creek Park Trail Maintenance
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Easy Hike: Cabin John Trail
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Patapsco Valley State Park: Woodstock Driver and River Hike: 6 or 3.5 miles.
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Trail Maintenance Work Crew: North Mountain Brigade
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Conservation + Land
Management
PATC currently owns 39 properties, totaling more than 2,000 acres. In addition, the club also manages several leased properties and lands containing trail and scenic easements.
Shelters
Along the trails are a series of three-sided shelters for backpackers and thru-hikers. PATC maintains 45 Shelters along the AT, as well as the Tuscarora Trail and George Washington National Forest. PATC assigns volunteers to maintain the shelters throughout the year.
Classes + Workshops
Want to learn what to pack for a backpacking trip? Or maybe you want to add a Wilderness First Aid Certification to your resume? Check out our skills classes and workshops.
GIS + Mapping
PATC has been a proud source for mapping trails and wilderness areas for decades, including some of your favorite State and National Parks. PATC maps have become well known as the most authoritative sources for backcountry information in the region.