Overlook via Buzzard Rock: a 6.2 Mi 1387 Ft Moderate Hike (Rescheduled)
Details
This out-and-back moderately strenuous hike within the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests includes mountain views, unique rocky terrain, and beautiful overlooks. We will hike on the Buzzard Rock Trail and turnaround after a break at the overlook. The hike is about 6.2 miles with approximately 1,387 feet of elevation and is known to be rocky.
Hike Route: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/overlook-via-buzzard-rock
Hiking Pace: We typically hike about 2 mph (faster on flat sections, slower on hilly / rocky sections); however, we leave no one behind and will move at a pace that is comfortable for all.
What to Bring: At least two liters of water, emergency contact information, personal first aid kit and medications, snacks/meal, sunscreen, insect repellant, trekking poles if you use them, sturdy hiking footwear.
Please leave pets at home.
Time to Meet: Please meet by 8:45 for introductions and sign in. We will start hiking promptly at 9:00 am. If you can't make the hike, please cancel your RSVP by 6 pm the night before to allow others on the waiting list to join. There is often limited/no cell service in the area, so hike leaders may not receive messages the day of the hike.
Meeting Place: Google Map to Buzzard Rock Parking Area: https://maps.app.goo.gl/moycivj2XfMXLXgH9
Facilities: No bathrooms
Contact Information: Please use the comments feature for routine comments and questions. The hike leaders are Marc (571-422-5210) and Tim (202-744-0289). Call or text if needed.
Hike Details
-Rating: Moderate
-Distance: Approx. 6.2 miles
-Elevation Gain: Approximately 1,387 feet
-Pace: Average about 2.0 miles per hour
-Fees: N/A
Cancellation: In the unlikely event that the hike needs to be cancelled, it may be cancelled up to the evening before the hike. Hikers will be notified through comments on this posting.
Weather: The weather for this location can be found here.
Notes:
-You must sign up by 9:00 PM the day before the hike.
-Please do not show up unregistered.
-Please keep this a fragrance-free event.
-Please leave pets at home.
-To find out more about PATC, click here.
-Consider becoming a member of PATC. To join, click here.
-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.