(VS) Sassafras Mountain via Laurel Valley

This is an out-and-back hike starting at the Laurel Valley Trailhead parking area just off US178 north of Rocky Bottom. We will take the Foothills Trail all the way to the top of Sassafras Mountain, which is the highest point in South Carolina. Once on the summit, we will stop for lunch to enjoy the panoramic 360-degree views from the Sassafras Mountain Observation Deck which straddles the SC and NC state lines. After lunch we will take the same route down to return to our cars. We will hike at a moderate pace around 2.25 mph depending on the terrain and trail conditions.

M: 9 miles EG: 2,224 feet Rating: VS
Drive miles RT: 66 miles, Carpool from University Square $5
Hike Leader: Reg Kipke
Hike Leader Cell: 864.652.8826

We will meet at University Square across from Mr. Salsa at 8:00 AM to form carpools and leave by 8:15 AM for the appoximate 1 hour minute drive to the Laurel Valley Trailhead.

If you prefer to meet at the Laurel Valley Trailhead, please arrive no later than 9:15 AM for a hike start at 9:30 AM. Search Google maps for "Foothills Trail - Laurel Valley Trailhead".

Please indicate in the comments section whether you are meeting at University Square or the Laurel Valley Trailhead no later then the day prior to the hike.

If you have not hiked with me before, please contact me prior to the hike as this is a VS hike. Email: reg.kipke@gmail.com Cell: (864) 652-8826.

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