Short Challenging hike up Mt. Tom & maybe a Sunset

Time 7:30pm CT 8:30pm ET

This is a new-ish route, similar in intensity to the Two Dunes Challenge.

We'll go over the Devil's Slide, then walk along the beach to trail 8. This is a rather steep sand slope that goes all the way nearly 200 ft up to the top of Mt Tom. From there the view is great. From there it is easier-- we go down stairs, and across to trail 7, back to the nature center, then across mostly paved paths through the campground back to the start.

We should get back to the parking lot in time to linger and watch the sun go down if the clouds cooperate.

All Trails map of planned route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/devil-s-slide-mt-tom-trail-7-d8ea5f5?u=i&sh=hbgaui

Difficulty:
Challenging. The total distance is just under 2 miles, climbing steep slopes of loose sand. This is one of the toughest trail in the area, but it is short. It is a real workout. But the views are great!

Details

• If you have a hiking pole, this is a great chance to use it
• Bring some water
• Some bathrooms are a few minutes walk away.
• In case of bad weather the hike may be moved
• Dogs are allowed on a leash

Starting Location
We'll gather in front of the Pavilion Cafe next to the beach

1600 N 25 E First Floor, Chesterton, IN 46304

Entrance
Unlike most of our hikes, this one is in part of the State Park. National Park passes are not accepted.
If you don't have a pass, at the gate it costs $7 for residents and $12 for non-residents. Annual passes are also available, and worthwhile if you visit more than a few times a year.

Feel free to text or call me at 217-717-7860 for last minute details.
Hope to see you there,
Jonathan