DuPont/Cedar Rock Mtn; a Saunter

I am going to Cedar Rock Mtn in DuPont Forest; Up to 12 ppl are welcome to join.
Cedar Rock Mountain in DuPont State Forest provides wonderful views and dramatic scenery - Cedar Rock Mountain contains some of the most exposed granite anywhere in the region. Hundreds of acres alternate between bare and moss/lichen covered rock. The area has become quite popular with mountain bikers and hikers.
We will walk the Big Rock/ Cedar Rock/Little River/Corn Mill Shoals Tr(s).
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have pleasant surprises.
I will be carrying the ‘Ent-Ward’ that gives us permission to pass thru the forest.
Difficulty: eroded water outwash on uphill trail. Some rocks & roots.
We are the Sloth Hike Team of WNC: “We will get there when we get there.” We dare to go where the ‘real’ hike groups don’t !!
**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ8H4EK2vt4**
Details:
(Social ‘hour’ at 9:45 AM. Bus leaves at 9:55a)
Length: 3.5 mi loop; accum ascent: 550 ft; Pace: 1.5 mph
Drive time: ½ hr/20 mi 1-way;
Return Not earlier than: 2:30 pm (+4hrs)
Carpool contributions appreciated. $3.00 suggested
THIS IS A DOG-PARTICIPANT HIKE. This event is NOT for those who are uncomfortable with the antics of fun-loving dogs. Dogs (and Masters) required to be ‘on-leash' in DuPont. Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
Trailhead: Corn Mills Shoals Access; 35.172752, -82.638705
Google Map =“ Dupont State Recreational Forest, Corn Mill Shoals Access Parking”
Weather Check: Cedar Rock, NC
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
I currently have 1 driver(s) (=??ppl)
Incessant prattlers will be assumed to be having an affair.
We suggest slightly open windows while carpooling. Only you know your own health status so judge accordingly if an event may endanger your health or the health of others.
Please bring an extra pair of shoes to avoid bringing your muddy shoes into the driver's car at the end of the hike.
All hikes are at your own risk. You are responsible for your OWN safety and adequate equipment.
Waiver: The organizer of this event is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this event. There are certain risks inherent in any outdoor activity. Each participant, by signing up to attend this event, agrees to release from liability the leader(s), Hendo Fun Friends, its Partners, Affiliates, and members for any accident, injury, illness, or personal loss which might occur while participating in this activity or while traveling in any vehicle during this trip. Each participant further agrees to abide by the rules and regulations concerning safety, to follow instructions of the leader(s), and not to become intentionally separated from the group. The leader(s) also has the right to use any images collected on this trip for recording on website photo collections.
gordie's contact: CurmudgeonHiker@gmail.com
(before day of hike): 828.393.0297 (talk & text)
**Pics: https://www.flickr.com/photos/146993931@N05/albums**