Skip to content

Details

Starting from the Big East Fork trailhead (in Pisgah Ranger District off Hwy 276), we will take a steep user trail up the ridgeline to meet the MST at Green Knob. (Note that this is not the same Green Knob as the one in the Middle Prong Wilderness). We will then follow the MST south to meet the Bridges Camp Gap Trail, with a side trip to Skinny Dip Falls, where we will have lunch. As we descend Bridges Camp, we re-enter the Shining Rock Wilderness and enjoy beautiful river views, completing the loop on the Big East Fork trail.

  • The first two miles of combined off-trail and steep climb are tough! You need to be prepared for a physical challenge.

  • I have changed the route so we will take a very steep user trail down from the MST to the river, where we will cross and bushwhack up to the MST on the far side. We (barely) managed to do this today without taking off boots, with lots of teamwork, but this isn't a sure thing. Bring an extra pair of hiking socks or water shoes, and be prepared for 1 wet creek crossing.

  • There will be a few steep scrambles from the trail down to the river to check out some of the beautiful spots. Be prepared for this.

M: 12 EG: 2500 R: VVS
Drive RT: 150 miles, $12.00, L: 10
Leader: Jerry Ellsworth, 864.266.9940 Jerry.ellsworth@gmail.com

Events in Greenville, SC

Members are also interested in