Blue Ridge Electric CoOp

10 to 12 miles, moderate to difficult
Highlights: Waterfalls, large bolder field, beautiful views

http://sctrails.net/T...

http://www.palmettoco...

This is another one of those I think we'll do 10 or 12 miles on this trail in and out. The descriptions are correct. Not much parking at the other end although there is a little place to park by the 'No Dumping' sign off Route 178. We are going to start in Table Rock State Park for the safety of our vehicles. There seems to be a very pretty waterfall on the trail (check out the Palmetto Conservation link above) and I was told by David a good while ago he thought there would be good Winter views on this trail.

There should not be any hunting on Sunday but I would suggest wearing something bright orange anyway (just in case).

Hike expectations: All my hikes are exploratory. I try to pick trails I've never done before so we can have some variety and see new places together. There are thousands of trails in our corner of NC, SC, and GA so we have plenty to choose from! I expect the difficulty of this hike to be moderate to difficult although you need to take into consideration the distance. This hike will take approximately 6 hours including rest stops and lunch. It will be an all day event. Driving time approximately 45 minutes one way.

HIKING SAFETY TIPS FOR MY HIKES:

1. ALWAYS HIKE BEHIND THE HIKE LEADER. THEY NEED TO MAKE SURE WE MAKE THE TURNS PROPERLY AND THAT EVERYONE IS TOGETHER.

2. WE SHOULD ALWAYS STOP AT INTERSECTIONS AND WAIT FOR EVERYONE TO CATCH UP SO WE DON'T LOSE ANYONE.

3. PLEASE TELL YOUR HIKE LEADER IF YOU START TO FEEL SICK OR NEED TO TAKE A REST. THIS IS NOT ONLY FOR YOUR SAFETY BUT IS ALSO FOR THE GOOD OF THE GROUP.

Suggested Gratuity: $5.00 per person for vehicle gas approximately

Fee: $2.00 entrance fee to park

ALWAYS BRING WATER AND SOMETHING TO EAT.

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.