The wilds of Carbon County & maybe a ghost town

Details:
Snapshot: Quick paced wandering to try to find the remnants of an old mining town and cabin with some cool views and good hill climbs
Intensity/Classification: Moderate +
Length: about 17 miles
Duration: about 5 hours of moving time
Estimated Average Pace: 3.5 mph -slightly faster on flat, slightly slower on hills
Elevation: 2,500 feet
DESCRIPTION:
Are you intrigued at the idea of getting to the most remote part of Carbon County, knowing there might be moments where we're not lost but not entirely certain what comes next? If so, this hike could be for you.
Penn Haven Junction is considered the most remote part of Carbon County and there are no simple trails to get there. We will start on the fairly flat and established Broad Mt Loop Trail and then diverge down to the D&L trail, up and down a few ravines, and see some cool views. I haven’t hiked most of this, so pack some patience as my route has lots of turns and some crisscrossing of trails. We may hike fast in the wrong direction and need to make a short detour at some point
If you have not hiked with me before, please note that this is NOT a beginner hike. If you cannot keep up in the first 2 miles, I will ask you to head back. If you have questions, please contact me. This area is too far from easy exit points to have the group get spread out. Expect brief stops at a few scenic spots and we will take a 5-minute snack break at some point.
We will leave on time.
What we will all need to bring:
1. Great attitude
2. Desire and ability to hike quickly on uneven terrain
3. Proper footwear- hiking boots or trail runners
4. Appropriate clothing for conditions: layers, wind and rain protection based upon forecast.
5. Water or other source of hydration/electrolytes; food/snacks
6. Hiking poles and backpacks as needed.
7. Sunscreen, bug spray and bear spray as desired
WEATHER: Heavy rain or storms will cancel and reschedule. Anything is fair game.
PARKING AND MEETING LOCATION:
We will meet at the Broad Mountain Loop Parking area on the east side of Hudson Dr/Rt 93 https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vg7gNpuQeWpKqXTXA
GUEST, ATTENDANCE and DOG POLICY:

1. All attendees must be members of Outdoor Adventure Friends. This is for communication purposes to ensure that those in attendance understand exactly what they are signing up for.
2. Please be courteous and change your rsvp in a timely fashion if you can no longer attend an event. Repeated no shows or a history of signing up and dropping off excessively when there is a waitlist will exclude you from being moved off of future waitlists and special events
3. I love dogs, but not on this hike.

PLEASE NOTE: I cannot respond to calls, texts, emails, messages on meetup, or comments on the event page once we start hiking. Please plan accordingly.
NOTICE: Meetup organizers are not professionally trained. By attending an event you are agreeing that YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. No member of the group EXCEPT YOURSELF can be held responsible for any damages, accidents, or liabilities incurred while hiking with us.