Connecting People to the Outdoors
Since 1927
For 98 years, 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 49 cabins, to provide hiking and outdoor experiences for its members and the public. These cabins can be found throughout 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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Little Bennett, a 7.6 mile moderate hike
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6:30pm Trail Patrol Meeting
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Jug Bay Natural Area! A Moderate 7.5 Mile Hike
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Middle Patuxent Environmental Area: An Easy-Side-of-Mod 5.75 Mile Hike
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Rock Creek Park Trail Work
Trail Maintenance Crew: Spooky Beaver
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Gold Mine and Great Falls Overlook. A Moderate 6.5 Mile Hike
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Tuesday Hike: Rock Creek Western Ridge, Northern Section; 6.6-mile miles
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Cedarville State Forest easy 5.5 miles
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Lake Needwood and Lake Frank a Moderate 5.5 0r 9 Mile Hike
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Tuesday Hike: Rock Creek 6 Mile Southern Loop
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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.