Duke Forest Figure Eight Hike

Duke Forrest is open and the new bridge over New Hope Creek is finished https://dukeforest.duke.edu/creekrestoration/ !!

We will start at Gate 26 on Whitfield Road (see map and How to Find Us). We will hike down to New Hope Creek and follow the south side of the creek to the NEW Bridge. We will cross and continue on the Concrete Bridge Trail, the Wooden Bridge Trail and then along New Hope Creek back to the new bridge. We will cross it and continue on Concrete Bridge FT to the Gate 25 to Gate 26 connector and return to the cars.

The hike is about 6.5 miles long. Half is on fire trails (= multiuse trails) and hilly but easy. The part along New Hope Creek is rocky and rooty with scrambling over rocks.

We will maintain a pace of about 3 miles per hour and take short breaks as needed. Bring water and snacks.

By participating in this event, you agree to the terms below:

TRIP PARTICIPANT WAIVER OF LIABILITY I fully realize that this activity involves a risk of personal injury, property damage, or loss of my person or property. I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, and same for persons with whom are in my party, waive and release any claims or rights against Triangle Hiking & Outdoors Group (THOG), all of its owners and coordinators for any and all injury, damages or loss to my person or property incurred during this activity. I also understand that THOG organizers are not required, nor should it be assumed that they are CPR/First Aid/Wilderness Survival Certified and I am responsible for my own personal safety.