The Despeauxrados, (VS) - Mount LeConte

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We will hike the Alum Cave trail to Mt LeConte and then on to Myrtle point for lunch. We will be returning by the same route.

Meet at University Square at 7:00 AM, Alum Cave Trailhead at 9:30. Parking pass is required, if you plan to drive you can
get one online or at the entrance visitors center for $5.

Parking could be a problem at the trailhead, there is an overflow lot beyond the regular lot.
You can get your parking pass online here: https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP2510

After the hike we will stop for dinner at Haywood Smokehouse in Waynesville, NC before we return.
Haywood Smokehouse - 79 Elysinia Ave, Waynesville, NC 28786
Gmap: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BxFPBEdVbUvjS4uz9

Distance: 11.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 3110 ft.
Rating: VSS
Pace: Approx. 2.3 mph

Leader: Dale Hamann - call or text 864 386 3855

Times and Locations:
University Square @ 7:00 - Gmap: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fbUpKryzaTLgP1hHA
Holly Springs @ 8:35 - Gmap: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MZFX6PWdHin1UKuZ8
Trailhead Alum Cave Parking @ 9:30 - Gmap: https://maps.app.goo.gl/neHwatTvTsyM1MYb9

This group meets Wed at University Square Shopping Center. The hikes are scheduled 1 to 4 weeks in advance and target hikes which are 10 miles long and climb 2000 ft. We hike at approx. 2.5 MPH, faster or slower depending on terrain.
Hike coordinators are:
Mark Parsons 864-430-0875 ( voice or text)
John Pirraglia 713-826-2434 ( voice or text)
Charles Dial 704-654-7041 ( voice or text)

Carpooling will be available for those who have been vaccinated. All hikers should come prepared to drive to or meet at the trailhead.

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