South Mountains Chestnut Knob Overlook and Little Bear Falls ~ 8 mi +-

Still some color at South. Join this rugged hike through the beautiful South Mountains of NC. This hike is most suitable for experienced hikers due to the elevations change. However; if you exercise regularly and are in great shape you should be OK as this is not a technical hike.

We will meet at the Visitors Center at 9:45 to use restroom and check-in. There is a little to no signal at South Mountains but you can get the Wi-Fi connection and password at the visitor center . If you miss check-in proceed to the parking lot at the end of South Mountain State Park Ave. We will depart promptly at 10:00am. [It takes about 90 minutes of driving to get from Charlotte to the South Mountain Parking Lot]. You might want to allow another 10-30 minutes in case there are traffic delays.

Little River, Sawtooth and Chestnut Knob and then to Little Bear Falls is about 8 miles +- and about 1563’ elevation gain. High Shoals Falls is still closed. Bring your picnic lunch for the CK Overlook.

Bring at least one liter of water, and snacks and/or lunch. Check the weather and dress accordingly.

This hike is not recommended for beginners or anyone who has not been hiking or doing rigorous exercise on a regular basis- Weekly.

Lastly- If for some reason you sign up and have to cancel your RSVP commitment, please do so no later than 6:00 pm on Friday. This group has a strict no show late cancel policy.

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