Emerald Pond - 8 miles 1,600 ft - Mod. strenuous
Details
Great hike with a break at the beautiful pound. The first 2 miles are very steep
Hike limited to 8 with everybody starting on the waiting list.
Hike Length: ~8 miles
Hike Pace: (2-2.5 mph)
Hike Type: lollipop
Elevation: +1,600ft
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-february-18-2023-6d9c547
Trailhead parking: at 38.64278, -78.61138
What to bring:
hiking sticks, bug spray, snacks, 2 liters of water, electrolytes, sunscreen, first aid kit. Make sure you have emergency contacts in your backpack.
Late arrival: Please be on time at the meeting place and ensure you let us know if you are cancelling by 6PM the day before. We will not wait for people who are late.
Disclaimer:
Blue Mountain Hiking Club Organizers are not professional guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. With your RSVP you agree with this disclaimer - https://www.meetup.com/Blue-Mountain-Hiking-Club/about/https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-february-18-2023-6d9c547
Emerald Pond - 8 miles 1,600 ft - Mod. strenuous