rim of the gap 12 strenuous miles
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12 mile loop, which includes going to Caesars head visitors center. it is about 2/3 way on the trail, restrooms, water are available there, but you will need water/food prior to restocking. this is an awesome hike with lots of water/rock features!
includes rim of the gap, frank coggins, coldsprings branch, jones gap trails.
VERY STRENUOUS! 3000 ft. elevation change. WEAR GOOD TRACTION!! We will keep a brisk pace.
we will depart cracker barrel at 8:40, so please be on time.
be prepared to drive or chip in for gas. it is about a 50 minute drive, there is also a $2 per person parking/entry fee that goes to the park service.
see below for more trail info; you should have RECENT experience at this distance to participate.
http://activities.wildernet.com/pages/activity.cfm?actid=SCSPJGIO*53144hw&areaid=SC&rectype=Hiking%20%26%20Walking&startrecord=1&fromPage=summary&CU_ID=1
we may stop in at Andrea's pub on the return for burgers and beer