Pilot Mountain State Park
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Description: Join ASTA for a great scenic hike around the base of Pilot Mountain's Big Pinnacle. We will follow some of the Grindstone, Ledge Spring, and Pilot Knob trails. These trails offer impressive cliff views and occasional rough terrain and steep steps. This trail is rated moderate to moderately challenging due to rocks and boulders in certain areas. Please read the description on All Trails below. Also, there is a great Visitors Center here that you might want to check out. If you sign up and can't make it, please remove your name so we don't wait around for you. MEET AT THE UPPER PARKING LOT BY THE PINNACLE.
For those wishing another hike, we can drive down to the Visitors Center and hike the Mountain Trail/Grassy Ridge Trails, which is an easy 3.25 mile loop, on a mostly wooded trail.
Weather: This hike is weather dependent. If the weather forecast turns inclement, we will possibly reschedule the event for a different day and time. If it is questionable, please check back here to the home page before the event to see if conditions have changed, we will try to update event status as timely as practical.
Other Info: You should expect roots, rocks and poor footing in some locations on the trails. To reduce the chance of a fall and for balance, a hiking pole or poles is recommended. Also, please wear shoes with good ankle support and traction. You should bring water, comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather and season (example: warm gear in cold weather and rain gear for seasonal hikes is always a good idea), a snack if desired (please pack out any trash), and during bug season a good repellant for mosquitos and ticks may be desired.
Terms of Participation: Participation in this event constitutes acceptance of the terms of participation as listed for this group on its homepage. On behalf of yourself and any guest you invite, participation in our events is entirely at your own risk.