Westmoreland State Park (~4.5 to 5 mi/Min Elev) and Northern Neck Brewing

Join LMH on a trip to Westmoreland County, on Virginia's Northern Neck. Westmoreland State Park boasts a mix of beaches, cliffs, and forest…and is a hot spot or fossil hunting!

We'll start off at the Rock Spring Trail parking area (approx 38.16857947918809, -76.86901447855887) and from there follow the Rock Spring Trail and the Laurel Point trail to the Potomac River. Rom there we'll walk along the beaches/cliffs before heading back inland and following the Big Meadow trail to Fossil Beach. From there we'll head back on the Big Meadow Trail back to our cars.

The hike should be around 4.5 to 5 miles, with minimal elevation gain. Afterwards, we'll head over to Northern Neck Brewery for a bite to eat and a drink.

Look forward to seeing you all there.
Hike: Westmoreland State Park Trail Guide
Brewery: Northern Neck Brewing Company

CARPOOLING:
We encourage those with cars to be willing to drive - you're the ones who make LMH great! Carpooling is recommended since the entrance fee to the park is per-vehicle.

If you're a driver that is willing to drive, please post a comment on the event page with the following information:
(1) Number of seats
(2) Meeting location
(3) Meeting time

As a rider, please comment on the driver's post to take a seat or post in the comments that you need a ride so a driver can find you. Riders should help their driver out with the cost of gas and also should cancel if they are feeling sick.

BACKGROUND INFO ABOUT LMH:
Please remember that this group is an informal group of friends and volunteers. We expect our members to be familiar with the best practices of hiking. This is not a group for first time hikers and is NOT a group for those seeking hiking instruction.

We are also not professionals, nor are we trained hike leaders, nor do we scout out hikes. We plan hikes for fun. You are responsible for your own welfare and safety at all LMH events. Be careful to choose hikes only within your own physical abilities and hiking knowledge; take maps, suitable clothing, provisions (at least two liters of water plus any food or medical supplies you might require) and equipment, and act
responsibly and safely at all times. Always act safely and responsibly.

LMH organizers and members shall not be liable for any injuries, loss or damage to persons or property, direct or consequential, arising out of any aspect of LMH activities. By attending this event, you represent that you have read, understand, and agree to the contents of our waiver of liability in the following link (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pQ0dedcqlyjc_Aib3TEbTX4gQRQt4C7FeCmsAPyTxd4/edit?tab=t.0)