Jones Run/Doyles River/AT - 7.9 Miles - Mod Strenuous
Details
Starting Point - Jones Run Parking Area (Mile Post 84)
Ending Point - Jones Run Parking Area (Mile Post 84)
Hike Distance/Rating/Elev Gain - 7.9 Miles/Mod Strenuous/1,795' Gain
Hike Details - This is a circuit hike from the Jones Run Parking Area at MP 84 in the SNP. The first 2.4 miles is steady loss of elevation down the Jones Run Trail to the Doyle's River Trail. There's then a stead elevation gain for 2.1 miles. We'll then take the Appalacian Trail for a relatively flat 3.4 miles back to the parking area.
Conditions - Early March can still bring on winter weather. Monitor the weather and properly dress for the weather conditions. Bring layers of clothing, beanies, gloves, and proper gear.
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, 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 Brewery by 9:00 am.
After Hike Option - Your favorite beverage at Pro Re Nata or another venue to be decided by participants.