SNP Dickey Ridge Blooms 3.5 Mi 600 Ft Moderate Hike

This Shenandoah National Park out-and-back hike starts at the Dickey Ridge Trailhead before reaching the North Entrance pay station. A pretty stream runs parallel with the trail for about a mile until we begin an ascent to our turn around point where the trail again intersects with Skyline Drive. At this time of year, we should see early spring flowers! Sections of the trail are rocky, and there are several very small “rock hop” water crossings. Elevation gain is about 600 ft. We typically hike about 2 mph; however, we leave no one behind and will move at a pace that is comfortable for all. Breaking for flower photos is encouraged!

Group Size: 20 hikers

Time to Meet: Please meet 15-20 minutes prior to hike start for introductions and liability waiver sign in.

If you can't make the hike, please edit your RSVP by 6 pm the night before to open a spot for anotherr hiker.

Meeting Location/Parking: 17065 Skyline Drive, Front Royal, VA
There is ample shoulder parking on both sides of Skyline Drive adjacent to the marked Dickey Ridge Trailhead although carpooling is encouraged to conserve spots. Heading south on Skyline Drive, the trailhead is on the right BEFORE the Front Royal/North Entrance Pay Station.

Facilities: No restroom is available at the trailhead.

Admission: Park fee or pass. https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/fees.htm

Contact Information: Please use the comments feature for comments and questions. The hike leader is Lisa Peterson.

Cancellation: In the event that the hike needs to be cancelled, hikers will be notified through comments on this posting. Please check Meetup for updates.

What to Bring: Water at least two liters, emergency contact information, personal first aid kit and medications, snacks/meal, sunscreen/protection from weather, insect repellant, trekking poles if you use them (highly recommended for hikes with water crossings), sturdy hiking footwear.

Please leave pets at home. Thanks!

Notes:

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Attendance is limited at the discretion of our hike leaders. PATC rules do not permit children under 18 years to participate in a hike without a parent or guardian present.