More than one million outdoor enthusiasts hit the trails and help raise awareness each year on National Trails Day, traditionally held the first Saturday of June. Last year, more than 3,000 events were held nationwide. To further support trails in Maryland State Parks, citizens can become a 1999 Trail Blazer. With more than 1,000 miles of trails, donations to DNR's Trail Blazer program help fund trail construction, improvements and trail maintenance workshops. DNR's largest National Trails Day celebrations will be held at Susquehanna State Park along the scenic Susquehanna River in Harford County and at Gunpowder Falls State Park along the Big Gunpowder River and in the Days Cove area in eastern Baltimore County.
Most state parks have events scheduled.
DNR recommends calling parks in advance for more information. The Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway will dedicate a trail extension during ceremonies beginning at 10 a.m. Stafford Road will be closed to vehicular traffic from 10 a.m. - 12 noon to allow hiking and biking. The race is sponsored by Wakefield Elementary School PTA of Havre de Grace. The event is sponsored by DNR's State Forest and Park Service, Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway, Darlington Lions Club, Harford County Government and the Mallard Mile Committee.