First Day Off-Trail Pretty Rugged Hangover Hike
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A 5-mile bushwhack through MMSF which will make up in rugged terrain and treacherous footing, what it might lack in overall distance. Two-car limit, leaving from McDonalds at IN37 & 465. Sturdy shoes, gloves, and easy-fit clothing, a hiking stick (or two!) and plenty of water 💦 (cuz, "rugged!") are the order of the day. 40 minute trip down I69, and we should be hiking by 10am.
Our specific goal is a rock formation similar to the vaunted Rock House, but 3x the size. It is not well known, it is not approached by any recognizable trail, and we're going to keep it that way, with a nice, light, Leave No Trace passage.
After a lunch/rest enjoying this place, we can return directly to the cars, or we can tag a more-known trail from an additional off-trail vector. (Bring your map & compass.)