Mar 15, 10 AM - Carillon to Forest Hill Park

Anticipated Weather Conditions
This five mile hike begins in the parking lot that services the The Carillon and Barker Field in Byrd Park (easy to locate). We will make our way from the Carillon to the 1882 Pump House, and after crossing the river on the Boulevard Bridge we will take on some of the most challenging parts of the Buttermilk Trail, crossing a couple of streams and negotiating a sheer rock face. When we reach the 42nd Street Park Entrance we will cross railroad tracks on an elevated bridge to reach Riverside Drive and Forest Hill Park. We'll loop around Forest Hill Park then follow Reedy Creek to a riverside service road/western extension of Reedy Creek Trail that will take us back to the the Nickel Bridge.
This is a hike over improved woodland trails, paved surfaces and, in places, steep ascents. Hikes begin at the posted time, not five or ten minutes later. If you are unfamiliar with the meet up location, add a few minutes to your travel schedule so you can find us. If you need help with directions, click on "How to find us" in the event description to display a larger interactive map. When you select "Directions" (left) the best route from your location to the Meet Up rendezvous spot will be calculated. Before the hike be sure to place anything that might invite theft in your trunk before you leave your car parked while you are hiking.

Participants should be able to maintain a pace of twenty-five minutes per mile, ford a stream, and possess the ability to recognize toxic plants, negotiate rocks, roots, fallen trees, damp trail conditions, stairs, steep ascents, low hanging vines and branches, culverts, uncertain footing on hills, spider webs, scorpions, birds of prey, reptiles and stairways. While your event host is providing a framework for your Meet Up hiking experience, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being.

• What to bring
Water bottle, clothing appropriate for the season, aspirin, sun block, insect repellent, band aids, hiking sticks, bear spray, skunk repellant, a cap, visor or bonnet, practical footwear & a snack.

• Important to know

• James River Water Level
• Primitive restroom facilities are available at the Pump House and Reedy Creek.
• Trekking poles are recommended for this hike.
• Ample parking is available in the lot that services Dogwood Dell.
• This is not a good hike for dogs due to the steep and narrow confines of the Buttermilk Trail.
• police Non-emergency Number => 804-646-5100
• Contact the Event Organizer by phone or message at 804-398-0647.