CHANGE TO: Trayfoot Mountain Circuit Hike-9.3 Miles-Mod Strenuous
Details
Starting Point - Blackrock Gap Parking Area (Mile Marker 87.4)
Ending Point - Blackrock Gap Parking Area (Mile Marker 87.4)
Hike Distance/Elev Gain/Rating - 9.3 Miles/2,221'/Mod Strenuous
Hike Details - This is a ciruit hike from the Blackrock Gap Parking Area in the Southern District of Shenandoah National Park. The first 3.5 miles is a steady descent down the Paine Run Trail. The next 3.5 miles is a stead ascent up the Trayfoot Mounting Trail to the summit of Trayfoot Mountain. The final 2.2 miles is an easy descent back to the parking area via the AT.
Conditions - This is going to be a hike with around 2,221' of elevation gain. The trail will most likely still have snow patches and will be wet in areas due to the recent snow melt. Remember that the temperatures along the ridgelines are 10 to 15 degrees colder than lower elevations. Monitor the weather and properly dress for the weather conditions. Suggest you bring layers of clothing, beanies, gloves, and proper gear for these weather conditions.
Suggestions On What To Bring - Broken in Hiking Boots, Trekking Poles, Lunch/Snacks, Adequate Water/Electrolytes, First Aid Kit, Good Day Pack, Money for Your Driver, Layers of Clothing for Winter Weather, Beanies, Gloves
Carpooling - If folks want to carpool from Charlottesville, please communicate with each other directly to work out a location. Leave in time to meet at Pro Re Nata by 8:30 AM.
If Meeting At Trailhead - Please let me know if you are going to go directly to the trailhead.
After Hike Option - Your favorite beverage & snack at Pro Re Nata