Sleepy Gap--Lake Powhatan 8 miles, 1300'

Description: Hike from the Blue Ridge Parkway, along the Mountain-to-Sea trail, through Bent Creek and around Lake Powhatan, then back to the BRP. Good footing; mostly wide trails; some nearby creeks; nice view from Sleepy Gap. From Sleepy Gap south on the MST via Chestnut Cove to Explorer and Pine Tree loops. Then circle the Lake and have a snack at the picnic tables. Ascend via Small Creek and Deerfield Connector to the unmarked Stambaugh trail and the MST back to Sleepy Gap. Type: Loop. Max elev: 3200’. Avg moving pace: 2.4 mph. Difficulty (1=effortless, 10=hard): 6. Well behaved dogs on a leash are OK
(Possibility of lunch following the hike at the Stone Ridge Tavern)
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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.