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Interested in taking a short, long, or somewhere in the middle length hike in western North Carolina? Everything from a quick (3-4 hour) hike to a full day of hiking. Check us out and experience the pristine and amazing wilderness of western North Carolina!!!
Everyone is welcome to the group, beginner or expert, 2 legs or 4 (depending on the hike organizer and the location), young and old. Please note that, while the group is open to everyone, not all hikes are appropriate for everyone. Hike organizers reserve the right to limit the hike size and screen potential participants to ensure their own safety and that of others in the group. Hike organizers will also try to post as much information as possible about the hike, however since there are so many trails in the area, we have not always hiked them before and are sometimes relying on published or posted information.
The fee for this meetup group is paid for by the Organizer. Contact the organizer, Tracey, if you would like to donate to the meetup fees. Please remember that our hike leaders are volunteers. We are doing this because we enjoy hiking, and want everyone else to enjoy it too.
Suggestions are GREATLY appreciated! So, come on in, interact, enjoy yourself, and we'll see you on the trail!
Bevorstehende Events (2)
Alles ansehen- AT South at Devil's Fork Gap to the Historic Shelton Graves site: Fitness Hike.Ort benötigt
This is a pretty out & back 11.5 mile forest hike on the Appalichian Trail with about 2,200' of elevation gain, with some views throught the trees. There is a bit of a scrambling over some holes left by up-rooted trees from hurricane Helene at Flint Gap, and we may also encounter some recent downage from the previous high wind gusts over the past few weeks?? We will take a short spur trail to the Civil War era Shelton Grave site and stop for a snack before returning.
Pace: We will hike at a brisk pace averaging approximately 3mph adjusting for steepness of grade and rugged trail conditions. Please be comfortable with this distance, elevation and pace.
Dogs; Friendly dogs ok.
Car Pool or Follow to the trailhead. Meet at the Park and Ride parking lot, Exit 17 I-26 at 8:30am. Please post if you plan to meet us there, or I will see U at the trailhead at 9:00 am. .
Directions: Drive I-26 W from Asheville to the Flagpond, TN exit.. Take a left at the end of the ramp then go right when you reach a tee intersection at Flag Pond. Continue until you see a left turn onto HWY 352W. If you miss the turn you will see the entrance to Rocky Fork State Park a short distance after. If so, turn around and go back. Follow 352W for approx. 4 miles to the State line. (Devil's Fork Gap)There a a fairly big parking area on the left side of the Rd. where U will see hikers / dogs gathering.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8FzB5VkWmLivhBvE8Hike Levels: Level (1) Up to 600 feet; Level (2) 600'- 900'; Level (3) 900' - 1200'; Level (4) 1200' - 1500'; Level (5) 1,500' - 1,800'; Level (6) 1,800' - 2,100'; Level (7) 2,100' - 2,400'; Level (8) 2,400' - 2700'; Level (9) 2700' - 3000' Level (10) 3000' - 4000'; Ultimate Hikes are > 4,000'.
Hike Cancellation: IF YOU SIGN ON THIS HIKE AND CHANGE YOU MIND (EVEN IF ON THE WAITLIST) GO BACK TO THE RSVP LINK AND CHANGE YOUR HIKE STATUS TO FREE UP YOUR RESERVED SPOT.
Release of Liability:
The organizer of this trip is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. If you sign up or participate in this event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries, illnesses, and damages arising from, as a result of, and associated with this event. In addition, you acknowledge that you agree to the Meetup terms: https://www.meetup.com/terms - Rice Pinnacle Lollipop: 5.3 mi., 530 ft. Elev. GainRice Pinnacle Trailhead, Asheville, NC
[RSVP opens Sunday July 13th 8:00 pm]
This is a typical lovely hike in the Bent Creek area. It incorporates segments from the Wolf Branch and Corvair Trails, along with several connectors. At 5.3 miles and a tame 530' elevation gain, I'd rate it 2.5 on a 0-10 difficulty scale. We'll average around 2.4 mph -- not a fitness hike, but you should have enough experience hiking to know you can deal with the mild hills and moderate pace.
We'll stop for a brief snack & water break halfway around. Wear sensible hiking boots. If you're on the fence about hiking poles, you probably don't need them for this one.
Dog Policy: Dogs are extremely welcome but must be leashed.
Guest Policy: If you'd like to bring a guest, they should join the Asheville Hiking Group and sign up for the hike on their own. Alternatively, contact me in advance and ask if it's okay to bring a "+1" after you've made it onto the "Going" list. Depending on timing and demand, I MAY be able to add your guest.
MEET-UP TIME AND PLACE
Try to arrive 5-10 minutes early at the Rice Pinnacle parking lot. Look for me at my silver Hyundai. We'll do sign-ins and intros, then hit the trail a.s.a.p. after 9:00 AM.DIRECTIONS
- From Exit 33 on I-26,
- Head south on Brevard Rd. (Rt. 191) for 2 miles
- Right at the lights on Bent Creek Ranch Rd.
- After .3 miles bear left onto Wesley Branch Rd.
- Go about 1.4 miles and turn right just past the sign for the Rice Pinnacle Trailhead
- Go left at the fork. You'll see the parking lot after a short distance.
Click here for the location on Google Maps
Please use the Comments section to arrange ride-sharing with others so that we don't overwhelm the parking lot.
COURTESY TO WAIT-LISTERS (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 so wait-listers will have sufficient notice. And please please PLEASE don't be a no-show.If you're on the waiting list, keep checking the evening before. Despite what I wrote above, we always get last-minute dropouts.
WEATHER
I'll monitor National Weather Service forecasts for the hike area and email cancellation messages by 7:30 AM if the forecast is for more than a 50% chance of precipitation.QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions, message me through MeetUp until 8:30 AM the day of. Cell reception may be sketchy, but you can try to text or call me up to the start of the hike: (803) 767-3094.--------------------
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, by joining a hike, 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 eliminate all risks or be responsible for your well-being. Participants assume full responsibility for any injuries, damages, or losses.
