Craggy Gardens to Glassmine Overlook Fitness Hike - 10.4 Mi, 2000 Ft
Details
Lots of folks from the Fitness Group are traveling this week so I am filling in to lead a hike. This is a 10.4 mile out and back starting at the Craggy Garden Visitors Center and going along the MST to Glassmine Falls Overlook with about 2000 ft (Level 6) of elevation gain. Some sections are rocky so keeping a fast pace can be tough.
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/uploaded-route-e1974dd
Pace: Brisk pace overall average of 2.5 MPH on extended climbs and 3+ mph on lower grade and downhill sections, briefly regrouping at intersections and after longer strenuous climbs. This is a strenuous hike for conditioned hikers. Be capable of hiking this distance and pace before signing on.
Carpool: 9:20 am Meet at the Folk Arts Center parking lot. Please indicate if you wish to carpool. and meeting place.
Dogs: Trail friendly dogs are welcome.
HIKE LEVELS
Level (1) Up to 600 feet of elevation gain.
Level (2) 600'- 900'; Level (3) 900' - 1200'; Level (4) 1200' - 1500'; Level (5) 1,500' - 1,800**';** Level (6) 1,800' - 2,100'; Level (7) 2,100' - 2,400'; Level (8) 2,400' - 2700', Level (9), Level (10) 3000' - 4000';
ULTIMATE HIKES are >4000 feet in elevation.
Release of Liability::
The organizer of this trip is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. If you sign up or participate in this event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries, illnesses and damages arising from, as a result of and associated with this event. In addition, you acknowledging that you agree to the Meetup terms: https://www.meetup.com/terms