Rough Creek Watershed, N. Canton

Rough Creek Watershed is open again for hiking. Portions, especially the Cherry Cove trails, were severely damaged during Helene, but the trail and road system is in the best shape ever, and I've been hiking the area for several years. We'll hike the perimeter roads and the Cherry Cove trails. Winter is the best time to hike this area

This is a lollipop, and we'll hike the lolli clockwise. It's approx. 8 miles. The distance between the lowest elevation and the highest is approx. 1,300 feet. Most of our climb will be at the beginning. Our speed will be about 2.3 mph. We'll take a snack break at the overlook on Cherry Cove.

Parking is at the Canton Park and Ride, and we'll carpool to the trailhead, approx 4 miles.

No dogs.

Legal stuff:

This Asheville Hiking Group event involves hiking and, possibly, transportation to and from the meetup site. Participants are responsible for their own safety and affirm that they have the appropriate skills, physical conditioning, equipment, and supplies. Hiking may involve risks to oneself and property. Neither your hike organizer nor Asheville Hiking Group can assure your safety nor eliminate all risks. Participants assume full responsibility for any injuries, damages, or losses.