About us
This Meetup is for anyone with an interest in Segment 6 of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, Elkin Valley Trails Association, and our network of trails within the Elkin Valley. It is sponsored by the Elkin Valley Trails Association and the Friends of the MST.
Note you only need the free Meetup membership option to be part of our group.
Anyone interested in this segment is encouraged to join at no cost.
We will post all events here - if you want to be in the know.... join to keep up with the latest happenings....
Events such as, Volunteer Opportunities, Hiking, Trail Building, Trail Maintenance, special events such as Trails Boogie, Insane Terrain 5K and 25K Trail Race, Tour De Vino Cycling, Mountain Biking, Yadkin River and Big Elkin Creek Paddling, NC TRAIL DAYS, and other activities related to our mission statement.
Donations are accepted via our main website or by sending a monetary donation in the mail.
Direct Volunteer signup and newsletter information may be found here.
The mission of the non-profit Elkin Valley Trails Association (EVTA) is to enrich the quality of life in the region by building and promoting a network of multiuse trails.
Our vision- while observing and promoting leave no trace principles, these hiking, biking, running, paddling, and equestrian trails will promote a healthy lifestyle, provide educational and economic opportunities, preserve our history, and allow for organized events.
Elkin is located in the heart of the beautiful Yadkin Valley wine growing region and is in a unique location to be a hub for local trails. We are in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, less than half an hour from Stone Mountain State Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. We are at the confluence of the Overmountain Victory Trail, the Yadkin River Trail Blueway, and the beginnings of our big project, the E&A Rail-Trail, which will ultimately be the Mountains-to-Sea Trail between Stone Mountain State Park and Elkin/Jonesville and Pilot Mountain State Park. We love the trails in the Elkin Valley, and are considered a “Trail Town.”
Upcoming events
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NC Trail Days - Yadkin River Float (Burch Station to Yadkin Shore)
Burch Station access, 10406 NC 268, Elkin, NC, USBring your canoe or kayak to Burch Station put-in at 8:00 on Sunday. You will then drive your vehicle to the Yadkin Shore "take-out" and we will shuttle you back to Burch Station. Depending on water levels, the float will take about 3 hours. (if you need to rent a kayak, please contact NC River Riders at 336-244-6220 or http://Www.northcarolinariverriders.com)
IMPORTANT: This is an activity EVTA is supporting. Please be aware that water levels and weather conditions may cause plans to be changed or cancelled. If you want to paddle further, contact NC River Riders for support.
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NC Trails Days - Basin Creek Trail to Caudill Cabin
Flat Rock Ridge Trailhead, 7890 Longbottom Road, Hays, NC, USCome join us on this local classic out-and-back trail to the historic Caudill Cabin, the remnant of the Basin Cove community destroyed by the 1916 flooding. The first 1.7 miles to the primitive campground is scenic and easy. We then follow the rugged trail ascending 3.5 or so miles to the cabin site for a lunch break before heading back. Expect 10+ miles round trip.
On the rugged part, there are over 20 creek crossings (each way!); expect most or all to be "wet foot." Your feet will get wet, so be ready for it.
A hiking stick or trekking pole(s) are strongly recommended. Bring enough water and food, proper apparel, footwear, rain gear, sunscreen/bug repellant, and other gear for the day hike. Local history and foraging to be discussed.
### Organizer
Al Sternberg, local guide and forager
asternberg15@yahoo.com
https://www.instagram.com/asternberg15/11 attendees
Past events
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