Hampton Roads Hikers

Hike description

Mt. Trashmore Wednesday and Friday morning hikes are for those who are available on a weekday morning for a refreshing walk and making friends.
If you're going to be late, we'll be back at the flagpole between 9:30 and 9:35 am.
This hike combines at the same time with the Town Center Hike, which includes additional hikers to those listed here.
Moderate pace hike around Mt. Trashmore (around 17 to 20 minute miles).
Meet at restrooms past the parking lot on Edwin Drive (at the flagpole). If you’re driving from S. Independence Blvd, parking is first entrance on the right (on Edwin Drive). The restrooms and flagpole are just beyond the parking lot.
We walk about 1-1/2 miles each lap. Stay for 1 lap, or 2 laps, or up to 3 laps. Optional walk up the steps after the second or third lap.
Be there at the restroom at least 5 minutes early (8:55 am) because we’ll leave as close to 9 am as possible to respect everyone’s schedule.
NOTE: If the first parking lot is closed, drive to the second parking lot on the right or left and walk back to the restrooms and flagpole.
If the weather is iffy, watch for comments.
Note: On the first lap, we walk counterclockwise from the restrooms. About halfway around, there are three paths. We walk down the middle path for the first lap. We walk down the right (longer) path the second and third laps.
If you need a shorter walk, you can take the left path on the first lap. It goes directly to the restrooms and flagpole.
If you’re going to be late, we usually get back to the restrooms after the first lap by 9:35 am. You can meet us then and there.
Alternatively, if you’re late, walk clockwise and you’ll see us walking the other way toward you. Or run counterclockwise to catch up.

Hey everyone! 🌞 It should be a beautiful morning for hiking. At 8AM the temperature will be about 50 and 65 at our scheduled finish time. The goal is to cover 5-10 miles before 11:40, allowing everyone to enjoy the hike at their own pace. Remember to stay hydrated—bring plenty of water and a tasty snack to keep your energy up. Since our group has a mix of different paces, it’s perfectly fine if some of us are walking faster than others. Let’s make this a fun and refreshing adventure together! 🥾✨

Alright, alright, alright. This is my rescheduled attempt & I even saw another more recent event cancelled for this hike too. Let’s do this! Trails close at the end of October annually for migratory reasons, so don’t miss out as the season is coming to a close here.

10-11 miles total (20ish min/mile pace)at one of my favorite local spots. Early start so I can get back to watch my Browns (probably) lose another game.
Going minimal rain or shine. Weather cancellation would be night before if happening, but I tend to be an adventurer. Very much exposed down there with no canopy above us 99% of the trek.

Here’s the caveat. The usually empty pristine beach 5 miles down is the ultimate goal & snack time/turnaround point. I can’t guarantee my wobbly knee is ready for the 2-3 dunes at the end just yet. Rest of the hike is flat, tree root free & gravel/dirt combo. If I can’t manage dunes, I have no problem retreating to the False Cape ranger station, waiting while others enjoy beach time snack & we’d regroup as y’all return & lead us back home. This should make sense to all who are familiar with this hike. Depends on the amount of hikers too, since this is posted on multiple groups. I honestly want to make it to the beach tho. That’s the major reward IMO.

$7 to park at Back Bay. 4005 Sandpiper Rd. Cash in envelope or QR code. I’m usually parked left of visitor center at trailhead. Black Cadillac with trunk open.

Bring water & snack. What you carry in, you carry out. Restrooms at parking lot & 4 miles down at False Cape ranger station(also with water refill). Dress accordingly. Sunscreen & bug spray also not a bad idea.

Hoping for good weather, safe hiking & a good turnout on what should be a spectacular hike, connecting with the remote natural beauty of the flat east coast terrain & waterways that will be surrounding us. In addition to the many birds, I’ve seen otter, turtles, snakes & dolphin on this hike numerous times.

Don’t hesitate if you have any questions.

9 AM Sunday. Meet behind the Food Lion @ 2817 Shore Dr Virginia Beach, VA 23451. (SE corner of rear parking lot, GPS 36.911568, -76.066089). We are going to leave promptly at 9:01. Expected 6-7 miles, ~ 2-2.5 hours. It's about 30 min (1.75 mi) from the meeting spot to the Trail Center. The other 3-4 miles will be looping around the various trails. Speed: Walking with intent. (i.e. not strolling). Think of a "brisk walk" for a couple hours with a few breaks. If you have done any of the hikes at FLSP with MOLTEN, that's what I'm shooting for. He is temporarily unable to do this walk, so I asked to fill in for him. Out of respect for our bladders, we will be stopping at the visitor/Trail Center on the way in, and the way out. The Food Lion is also a great place to make a pit-stop before the hike. Sorry for the late notice. Hope to see you there! (If you miss us at the MeetUp area at 9, remember that we will be at the Trail Center about 30 minutes later. If you don't have a parks pass, you would have to pay a few $$ for parking there)