Conley Cove to Rock Jock Trail - Strenuous

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This is one of my favorite trails and a trail that seems to humble me time and time again (especially when I add it to my custom routes in the gorge, ha ha!). This is located 2hrs 16 minutes from downtown Charlotte. Come on out and let us guide you through rocks, roots, and gorge views! This hike runs parallel to the western rim of Linville Gorge. As we hike we will experience various canyons on the western side; a beautiful site to be seen!

After hiking we will hit up the local Fonta Flora down the mountain. The road leading up to this hike is best suited for an off-road vehicle or all wheel drive; carpooling is highly recommended. This hike will be guided by Merb and supported by Food Lion.

This trip is intended for experienced hikers and is considered a strenuous trail. Please know your limits and sign up only if you feel you can handle this level of hiking.

For everyone's safety and enjoyment, MERB and Food Lion reserve the right to remove participants who have not yet demonstrated they're ready for this level of hiking. If we feel this adventure isn't the best fit for your current experience, we'll happily help you prepare for a future trip instead. We want every hiker to succeed—not just survive.

Participants should have the endurance to complete roughly 13 miles on steep or mountainous trails, or 16 miles on mostly level terrain.

Trail: Conley Cove to Rock Jock Trail
Difficulty: Strenuous
Distance: 8 miles
Type: Out and back
Pacing: 2.5-2.8
Elevation gain: 1,833 elevation gain
Estimated Time: 5ish hours. We plan to take a nice break before turning around.
Meet up time: 9:00am
Hike start time: 9:15am
Supplies Needed: It will be cooler, dress in layers. Bring water, high protein snacks, hard candy and a motivational snack.
Meet at Trailhead use link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/north-carolina/conley-cove-to-rock-jock-trail?p=-1&sh=nxmrj6&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

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