Time of Departure: 9:00 am
Distance: 8 miles (loop)
side trail to John Rock
Time: 5-6 hrs.
Elevation Gain: 1600 ft.
Rating: Moderately Difficult
Drive time: 1 hr. 40 min

ALWAYS BRING WATER AND SOMETHING TO EAT.

This trail is located in Pisgah Forest National Park. As always in the Pisgah mountains, the main attractions are the streams and views. Rock and Looking Glass are both "exfoliation domes," huge pieces of rock shaped by several interacting forces. About 390 million years ago, magma deep within the earth cooled and crystallized. This rock was thrust upward and weathering and erosion stripped the earth above it. Without the weight bearing down on it, the rock expands outward, helping to create the dome-like shape as weathering and erosion continue.

Everyone meet in the back parking area of Ryan's Family Steak House 6124 White Horse Rd. at 8:45 am to arrange vehicles. We'll leave at 9:00 am.
Suggested Gratuity: $5.00 per person (for vehicle gas) Please be generous

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