Appalachian Trail from Rockfish Gap to Wolf Shelter-10 Miles-Mod. Strenuous
Overview
Push your limits on a winter ridgeline hike with sweeping views, camaraderie among experienced hikers, and a relaxed post-hike social.
Details
Starting Point - Rockfish Gap
Ending Point - Rockfish Gap
Hike Distance/Rating - 10 Miles/Moderately Strenuous
Trailhead GPS Coordinates - 38.031271, -78.859202
PLEASE NOTE - This hike is rated as a moderately strenuous hike. This hike is very close to being a strenuous hike because of the distance of this hike. Only experienced hikers should be signing up for this hike. The hike leader will be more selective and picky when allowing people on this hike. The hike leader will look at past events attended with Get Hiking if the hike leader has not hiked with a hiker.
Hike Highlights - Appalachian Trail, Rockfish Gap, Paul Wolf Shelter
Hike Details - This is a an out and back hike from Rockfish Gap to the Paul Wolf Shelter via the Appalachian Trail. This going to be a winter time ridgeline hike. We will have multiple ridgeline winter views of the Virginia Piedmont as we hike to the Paul Wolf Shelter. Upon completion of this hike, we will make our way to a brewery or winery, depending on how people are feeling, for a post hike pint or glass of wine.
What to Bring - Broken in Hiking Boots, Trekking Poles, Lunch/Snacks, 3 to 5 Liters of Water/Electrolytes, First Aid Kit, Good Day Pack, Camera, Tick Repellent, Money for Your Driver, Layers of Clothing for cooler fall Weather, Beanies, Gloves