COVE CREEK/CANEY BOTTOM LOLLYPOP HIKE

Cove Creek/Caney Bottom Hike

Please read the entire description before rsvping so you understand expectations and where to meet. Thank you. Also, the map pin is accurate and I suggest you test it prior to the morning of the hike since cell coverage is minimal in Pisgah Forest and you won't be able to reach us if you are lost.

Please arrive at 9:15 a.m. and be ready to hike at 9:30 at the Cove Creek trailhead parking lot. We will double-park at the trailhead to allow other hikers some spaces. If the lot is full parking along the roadside is allowed.

For the safety of the hikers and your pets please leave your furry friends comfortably at home.

Join me on this approximately 5.5 mile hike with an elevation gain of about 800 foot hike that is rated moderate. We start at the Cove Creek Access and our pace will be approximately 2 miles/hour. We stop for regular water breaks and about halfway for snacks.

We'll start our lollypop loop on Lower Cove Creek Trail and cross the bridge. We will turn left onto Cove Creek Trail. We will continue on Cove Creek and maybe take some time to investigate Cove Creek Falls if it's accessible. Our snack/lunch break will be at the halfway point near Cove Creek. We'll continue on Cove Creek Trail and turn right on Caney Bottom Trail which will bring us back to Cove Creek and then to Lower Cove Creek Trail which leads us back to the parking lot.

Wear hiking boots, trekking poles are suggested for several rock hopping opportunities (possibly getting boots wet). Bring a snack/lunch and water. This hike will be cancelled by 6:00 a.m. the morning of the hike if there's inclement weather.