Rattlesnake Lodge to Folk Art Center along the MST 10 miles, 1400' elevation
Details
Meeting Spot: Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Prompt 8:30 departure
Description: This is a point to point hike. We will meet at the Folk Art Center and shuttle up to the Rattle Snake Lodge starting point. Follow the MST Trail from the remnants of the Rattlesnake Lodge, a turn of the century lodge built by an Asheville physician, to the Folk Art Center. There is a large variety of colorful wildflowers along the trail, which is mostly downhill with a few short climbs. There is a nice overlook for a lunch/snack break. Good footing. Shaded. Pace: 2.4 mph. Dogs welcome if on a leash. A lunch spot after the hike would be nice--suggestions welcome
Courtesy, (Please Abide!)
Only sign up if you *truly* plan to come. If you must cancel, please change your status to "Not Going" as soon as possible. Avoid dropping out within 24 hours of the hike so wait-listers can have sufficient notice. And please please PLEASE don't be a no-show.
LEGALESE
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.