A mandatory read for all hikers attending.
HIKE ITINERARY:
One of the most spectacular & popular hikes in the Gorge. We will be traveling the Auxier Ridge Trail to Courthouse Rock, we will descend the stairs by Courthouse Rock to pick up the Double Arch Trail with a visit to Double Arch as well, for a total hike of mileage 5.5-6 MILES, the hike rating is MODERATLY DIFFICULT due to total 1,036 elevation gain, some climbing, and mileage.
HIKE SPEED - 1.6-2mph for Moderate Terrain
- For most hikers in a group setting, a comfortable pace on moderate terrain is around 1.6- 2 miles per hour mph. This pace allows you to enjoy the scenery and maintain a steady rhythm while stopping to take short breaks to rest, stay hydrated and snack as needed.
SWEEP -2nd in command, back of the pack. Should we get a large turnout, I will need someone to volunteer to stay in the back of the group. Your role is to help communicate any problems and keep the group together.
**dogs are welcome to join
PARK & RIDE SHARE: Auxier Ridge trailhead is one of the busiest especially now with the warmer temps and parking is limited. We will meet at Park & Ride Share, (empty parking lot next to GOTIME gas station) to combine members in cars to minimize vehicle count at the trailhead. Meet at 9:00 am
In case you miss the carpool, Directions for Trailhead:
From the I-64/I-75 southern split, drive east on I-64 16.4 mi, exit 98 Combs Mountain Parkway; drive 32 mi to exit 33, Hwy 15 (Slade); from exit go left, then immediate right, follow Hwy 15, 3.2 mi; turn L onto Tunnel Ridge Rd (cross bridge over Parkway); drive approx 3.8 mi to Auxier Ridge trail parking area. Allow yourself extra time to drive down Tunnel Ridge Road. Hike begins at 9:30
GPS track of hike:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/double-arch-courthouse-rock-hike
DISCLAIMER
By committing to this event, you acknowledge you have read the following Disclaimer: Meetup organizers/leaders are not guides, nor are they experts. You are solely responsible for your own safety. By signing up for and attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking is an outdoor activity that can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. By participating in this meetup event, you acknowledge that you're of good physical standing and willing to risk the inherent dangers of the activity. All attendees participate at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event.
