Gabes Mtn - Moderate -- +1300' / -1000' -- 8 miles

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DESCRIPTION
We'll hike the Gabes Mtn trail from the Maddron Bald TH back to Cosby Campground, with a quick stop at Henwallow Falls along the way.

QUALIFICATIONS
You should be comfortable hiking at a 2.0 mph pace, over 6-8 miles, and be comfortable climbing 1000-1500', at a 500 feet-per-mile slope.

MEETING LOCATION
We will meet at Cosby Campgound parking area at beginning of the parking lot closest to the Gabes Mtn TH at 8:00.

DETAILS
We will shuttle over to the Maddron Bald TH off of US 321 to start the hike, and should be off trail around lunchtime. The total hike is about 8 miles long with about 1300 feet of elevation gain (averaging a 350‘ per mile slope). It is rated Moderate due to the overall elevation gain, and distance. We’ll need to shuttle back over to get our cars after the hike.

WHAT TO BRING
We always suggest carrying the 14 Essentials when going onto the woods. You can download the pdf file that discusses these essentials.

We also recommend hiking poles, and a rain coat given the chance of showers in the morning. We plan to be off trail prior to possible afternoon thunderstorms.

LATECOMERS AND NO-SHOWS
It's important for everyone to be early, or at least on time. We would hate to leave a hiker behind because they are running late. (It happens)

If your plans change and you can't come on the hike, please remember to change your RSVP at least an hour before the event begins, so you don't wind up on my "No-Fly" list.

*** Failure to do so qualifies as a "No-Show" with me and you may not be allowed to join future hikes or backpacking trips. ***

NAVIGATION AIDS

Gabes Mtn Map
Gabes Mtn Profile (reversed)
Gabes/Madron Bald (.gpx) file (download only)

Trail Slope Key

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