Living Landscapes: Summer Hikes with Springsong Museum

As summer settles in and the forest reaches full canopy, the Northwest Branch becomes a place of deep shade, vibrant greenery, and abundant wildlife. Join Springsong Museum for a seasonal exploration of summer along the trail:

Summer Sunday Hike

Free with registration (limited to 20 participants)
🗓 Sunday June 14, 2026
🕤 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

On Sunday June 14, 2026, from 9:00am–11:00am, join us for a guided hike along the Copperhead Run Trail in Silver Spring, Maryland, led by Senior Nature Educator Gina Ghertner. This naturalist-paced walk explores the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River at the height of summer. Expect dense, cooling shade beneath towering trees, lush plant growth, buzzing insects, birds in full activity, and signs of wildlife along the river corridor.

Wear sturdy shoes—this scenic loop includes inclines and rocky scrambles near the end—and bring water to stay hydrated in the summer heat.

Important details:

📍 Starting Point: Meet at Burnt Mills East (Trader Joe's side of Colesville Road): 10701 Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20901. There is plenty of free parking.
There are no water fountains available, so you may want to bring a water bottle.
The ground can be uneven, parts are on an incline, and there are a few rock scrambles, so wear hiking boots or other sturdy shoes. Some may want to bring hiking poles.
The hike will be approximately 1 mile, but the trail goes much farther, so if you want to extend your hike, you can do that independently.
Bring your sense of wonder! We will hike at a naturalist's pace, stopping often and taking notice of the world around us.
Dress accordingly for hot or rainy conditions.

Living Landscapes: 2026 Summer Hikes

As summer settles in and the forest reaches full canopy, the Northwest Branch becomes a place of deep shade, vibrant greenery, and abundant wildlife.