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.__

Rise before the shine folks!
Heading back to False Cape/Back Bay, but this time even earlier. Let’s watch that sun rise out of the Atlantic Ocean all by ourselves on miles of deserted pristine beach.

I’ve always wanted to hike the oceanfront here, but get consumed by the trails through the wetlands. This will be a first for me.

Back Bay should open 30 min prior
to sunrise.
5:45 start
6:07 estimated sunrise & want to be on the beach hiking by then.

4005 Sandpiper Rd. Southern most part of Sandbridge.
Park at Back Bay visitor center(restrooms available).
$5 to park. QR code or cash honor system.

Short Seaside Trail through the dunes to the beach. 3 miles of beach hiking down to the Barbour Hill Trail to whatever Dike Rd. is open through the wetlands returning to parking lot, totaling 8-9 miles. Only 3-4 miles of actual beach hike.

We’ll pass the False Cape visitor center, but earlier than their 9AM opening. (Seems like I would’ve been down there earlier than that & it’s been open.🤷‍♂️) Water refill is available, but I can’t guarantee restrooms are open.

Sandals/barefoot an option if you want to get your feet wet along the beach, but trail footwear recommend for the other miles.

As always…
Hike at your own risk.
What you carry in, you carry out.
Snack, water & proper attire recommended.
20ish min/mile pace is what we average.
All trails considered relatively flat & easy/moderate.
No dogs allowed. (Back Bay rule)
Black Cadillac with trunk open is me. Should be parked next to Back Bay visitor center.
Contact me with any questions.

Greenspring Trail hike. This trail takes you on a well-maintained, mostly flat trail with pleasant hills. Looking at 5 miles or so. Call or text Pete at 757-345-9857 if you will be late or can't find us. Park in the small parking lot at the end of Eagle Way, not the Jamestown High School Lot.

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. Just look for us
Alternatively, if you’re late, walk clockwise and you’ll see us walking the other way toward you. Or run counterclockwise to catch up.