June 4, 2026

Maryland DNR Says Take a Hike

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Maryland State Parks once again will offer numerous First Day Hikes across the state on January 1, 2026. There will be something for everyone, including ranger-guided hikes and self-guided adventures.

It’s Almost Time. Take a First Day Hike

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Maryland State Parks will offer First Day Hike opportunities across the state from December 31, 2024, until January 2, 2025.

First Day Hikes Set New Year’s Weekend

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First Day Hikes are a fun, healthy way to welcome the New Year. For 2024, Maryland State Parks will offer more than 60 hikes across 40 state parks.

Maryland Encourages ‘First Day Hikes’

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Start the new year off on the right foot. Maryland state parks will offer hike opportunities across the state from December 31, 2021, through January 2, 2022.

DNR Says Take a Hike on Jan. 1

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Kick off the New Year with one of Maryland’s fastest-growing traditions – a First Day Hike. On Jan. 1, the Maryland Park Service will offer more than three dozen hikes on more than 30 state lands and parks, as part of a nationwide event.