Daily Activities
Activities Offered through Western Maryland Adventures
Summer Schedule 2008
Our children's programs are designed for ages 5 - 8. Younger children may attend with an adult to assist them. Adults, couples, and families may also enjoy bike rentals, geocaching, hiking, and many other outdoor activities while staying at Rocky Gap.
To schedule your own Outdoor Adventure call Western Maryland Adventures at 301-784-8467, or stop by Guest Services to schedule an outdoor adventure!
| Monday | |
| 1:30 pm | Shoreline Critter Search Cost: $15 |
| 3:00 pm |
Kites Cost: $15 |
| 4:30 pm |
Hook, Line & Sinker Cost: $20 |
| Tuesday | |
| 1:30 pm |
Gold Fever Cost: $10 |
| 3:00 pm |
Decorative Drawstring Bags Cost: $15 |
| 4:30 pm |
Little Explorers Cost: $10 |
| 5:30 pm |
Milk Carton Radio Cost: $10 |
| Wednesday | |
| 3:00 pm |
Tie Dye Cost: $15 |
| 4:30 pm |
Beautiful Banners Cost: $10 |
| 6:00 pm |
Hook, Line & Sinker Cost: $20 |
| 8:00 pm |
Twilight Canoe Tour Cost: $25 Per Boat |
| Thursday | |
| 2:30 pm |
Mosaic Picture Frames
Cost: $10.00 |
| 4:30 pm |
Dig It Cost: $10.00 |
| 6:00 pm |
Wiggly Critters Cost: $10.00 |
| 7:30 pm |
Rockets Cost: $15.00 |
| 9:00 pm |
Family Night Hike Cost: $10.00 Per person |
| Friday | |
| 9:30 am |
Little Explorers Cost: $10.00 |
| 11:00 am |
Dino Bone 3-D Puzzle Cost: $10.00 |
| 12:30 pm |
Tricky Tracks - Mammal Tracking Cost: $10.00 |
| 2:00 pm |
Hidden Treasure Cost: $15.00 |
| 3:30 pm |
Hook, Line & Sinker Cost: $20.00 |
| 6:00 pm |
Kid's Night Out Cost: $ 30.00 |
| 8:30 pm |
Bingo Cost: $5.00 |
| Saturday | |
| 9:30 am |
Little Explorers Cost: $10.00 |
| 11:00 am |
Rockets Cost: $15.00 |
| 1:00 pm |
Tie Dye Cost: $15.00 |
| 2:30 pm |
Shoreline Critter Search Cost: $15.00 |
| 4:00 pm |
Hook, Line, & Sinker Cost: $20.00 |
| 6:00 pm |
Kids' Night Out Cost: $30.00 |
| 8:30 pm |
Evening Canoe Trip Cost: $25.00 Per boat |
| Sunday | |
| 9:00 am |
Hidden Treasures Cost: $10.00 |
| 10:30 am |
Dig It Cost: $10.00 |
| 12:00 pm |
Decorative Drawstring Bags Cost: $15.00 |
When the sun sets at Rocky Gap, it's time to unwind by the campfire. Roast a marshmallow or buy a s'mores pack for a real treat! So, wander down to the backyard behind the pool for our lakeside campfire.
Nightly
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Complimentary Marshmallows
≈weather permitting≈
Sorry Mom and Dad this night is just for the kids!
Treasure hunts, magic, superheroes, science, games, arts & crafts, and more can all be part of this unique program. There is always something for everyone at Kid's Night Out! Make sure you get your dinner order in when you register because dinner is included. Don't worry about dessert. You'll make your own treat. We will stop by the campfire to roast a marshmallow or two!
Kid's ages 5-12, take your parents to Guest Services to register prior to 5:00pm.
Friday and Saturday Evenings at 6:00pm
The Aviary
Native birds of prey are able to be viewed up close at this unique educational facility. Here you can learn how each animal became part of the Scales & Tales program and what makes them so important to the balance of nature. For information about a Scales & Tales Program, contact the Activity Desk at 301-784-8403 or the Rocky Gap State Park Aviary at (301) 722-1493.
Bike Rentals
Delight in a scenic 7-mile country road bike ride or just take a relaxing tour of the park. Stop by Guest Services for equipment and maps.
Daily
8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Rates:
Bike - $10 per hour, $30 half day
Tag-along - $6 per hour
Trailer - $6 per hour
Family Package
4 bikes - $36 per hour
Geocaching
Whether you are looking for a new sport or are a seasoned cacher, a fun-filled treasure hunt awaits you here at Rocky Gap. With the use of one of our hand-held Global Positioning Systems, combined with your navigational wits, you and your family can set out on an adventure that is fun for all ages.
Daily
8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Rates:
GPS - $40 all day \ $25 half day \ $10 per hour
A Brief Instruction Is Included
Hiking
Rocky Gap offers a variety of hiking trails that guests can enjoy. When planning your trip, a good rule of thumb is people hike about 1 mile in twenty minutes!
Lakeside Loop Trail- 4.7 mi. - moderate
Our newest trail gives hikers an opportunity to see everything Rocky Gap State Park has to offer. This loop trail takes you alongside beautiful Lake Habeeb.
Canyon Overlook Trail- .4 mi. - easy
This trail gives hikers the gift of a magnificent view of the one-mile gorge from where the park takes its name.
Evitts Homesite Trail- 5.6 mi. - challenging
Rock-hop down into the canyon and find yourself surrounded by hemlock, laurel and rhododendron. Then cross the small cascading stream on the footbridge and begin to climb about 1000 feet in elevation in 2.5 miles. Plan to take drinking water and spend several hours.
Boat Rentals
Stop down to the backyard boat dock to rent a boat and embarkd on a rewarding paddle along the shorelines of beautiful Lake Habeeb.
Daily
8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Rates:
Canoe - $15 per hour
Single Kayak - $15 per hour
Double Kayak - $20 per hour
Paddle Boat - $20 per hour
Guest service hours will remain daily from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
To schedule your own Outdoor Adventure call Western Maryland Adventures at 301-784-8467, or stop by Guest Services to schedule an outdoor adventure!
Enjoy Horseback Riding, Rapelling, Paintball, Rockclimbing, Guided Fishing Trips, Whitewater Rafting, Sporting Clays, Canoeing on the Potomac, Whitewater Kayaking lessons and more!
