Despeauxrados (VS) MTS to Big East Fork

Hike Details: This week we'll go to a higher elevation and hike along the Big East Fork River. We start along hwy 276, where we'll get our elevation gain, and hike up and along the Blue Ridge Parkway on the Mountains To Sea to Bridges Camp Gap and then down Big East Fork for late lunch, and a cool dip. Then we follow the Big East Fork down to the highway. NOTE: The Big East Fork trail is very rocky and washed out in places making this a challenging hike. Group size limit will not be increased. Requires a 30 min, 3 mile shuttle. Late return, around 5:30 back at Publix. Do not go to trailhead.
Hike Stats: About 10.5 miles and 1,800' EG
Leader: John Park
Carpool info: Leave Publix at 8:00, or meet at Pisgah Ranger station at 9:00.

*** Carpooling group meets at University Square at 7:45am for a prompt 8:00 am departure. ***

Times and Locations:
University Square @ 8:00 : https://maps.app.goo.gl/fbUpKryzaTLgP1hHA

Despeauxrados/GNHA Info:
This group meets Wed at University Square Shopping Center. The specific hikes are usually described 1 week 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)
Charles Dial 704-654-7041 ( voice or text)
John Pirraglia 713-826-2434 (Voice or Text)
Carpooling will be available, yet all hikers should come prepared to drive to or meet at the trailhead.

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