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Nicholson Hollow Trail-Moderate/Moderately Strenuous-6 to 8.5 Miles

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Nicholson Hollow Trail-Moderate/Moderately Strenuous-6 to 8.5 Miles

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Starting Point - Old Rag Parking Area

Ending Point - Old Rag Parking Area

Hike Distance/Rating - 6 to 8.5 Miles/Moderately Strenuous

PLEASE NOTE - There are multiple swimming holes along the Nicholson Hollow Trail leading up to the Corbin Mountain PATC Cabin. Depending on how the group is feeling will determine whether we hike all the way to the Cabin. In the past, we have either stopped before the Cabin to enjoy a swimming hole or we have hiked all the way to the Cabin with multiple stops at the different swimming holes.

Trailhead GPS Coordinates - 38.571169, -78.293398

Hike Highlights - Nicholson Hollow Trail, Multiple Swimming Holes, Corbin Mountain PATC Cabin, Hughes River

Hike Details - This is going to be an out-and-back with a variable distance between 6 and 8.5 miles. We are going to hike the Nicholson Hollow Trail along the Hughes River maybe up to the Corbin Mountain PATC Cabin. Along this stretch of trail, there are multiple swimming holes that we can cool off from the summer heat. While everybody else is sweating it in the summer heat and humidity on Old Rag. We will be staying cool along the Nicholson Hollow Trail. Following the hike, we will make our way to Bald Top Brewery in Madison for an optional post hike. Bald Top does have a big variety of beers and food. We can sit out and socialize following the hike.

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, Swimwear & Towel if going swimming

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Friday, August 1, 2025
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UVA North Research Park
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