Pink Beds Loop, Pisgah National Forest

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First meetup 9:30 am at Ingles Market 1678 Brown Ave #1 Waynesville NC. Second meetup:10:30 am Trailhead at Pink Beds picnic area on Scenic Hwy 276.
How to Get There: From Brevard, NC take Scenic Hwy 276 into Pisgah National Forest. Go 11.4 miles to the Pink Beds Picnic Area, just past the Forest Discovery Center. The trail is at the gate near the back of the parking lot Located in a high valley in the Cradle of Forestry, Pink Beds is surrounded by the tall mountains and lush woodlands of Pisgah National Forest. Home to rare mountain bogs, unique vegetation, and unusual wildlife, this area is ideal for those who like to explore Nature. The south side of the loop trail follows the headwaters of South Mills River, often on a boardwalk than enables you to peer into the water of the marshy bogs. This is a flat, easy hike, but keep in mind that it is six miles long. Hike Length: 6.2 miles Hike Duration: 3.5 hours Blaze: Orange
Hike Configuration: Loop Elevation Gain: 270 feet
Hike Rating: Easy, but pay attention to the length.
Trail Condition: Mostly good, but watch for roots and mud.
Starting Point: Trailhead at Pink Beds picnic area on Scenic Hwy 276

GAS & CAR-POOLING: Both from the standpoint of having less impact on our environment and that many of the trail-heads we visit have limited parking, we car-pool as much as possible. With that in mind remember to contribute some gas money to your driver who has volunteered to take you. The recommended amount is $2.00 to $3.00 per person, depending on the distance. If it’s going to be more than 75-miles roundtrip, then $4.00 to $5.00 per person is more in order.