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Interested in taking a short, long, or somewhere in the middle length hike in western North Carolina? Everything from a quick (3-4 hour) hike to a full day of hiking. Check us out and experience the pristine and amazing wilderness of western North Carolina!!!
Everyone is welcome to the group, beginner or expert, 2 legs or 4 (depending on the hike organizer and the location), young and old. Please note that, while the group is open to everyone, not all hikes are appropriate for everyone. Hike organizers reserve the right to limit the hike size and screen potential participants to ensure their own safety and that of others in the group. Hike organizers will also try to post as much information as possible about the hike, however since there are so many trails in the area, we have not always hiked them before and are sometimes relying on published or posted information.
The fee for this meetup group is paid for by the Organizer. Contact the organizer, Tracey, if you would like to donate to the meetup fees. Please remember that our hike leaders are volunteers. We are doing this because we enjoy hiking, and want everyone else to enjoy it too.
Suggestions are GREATLY appreciated! So, come on in, interact, enjoy yourself, and we'll see you on the trail!
Bevorstehende Events (3)
Alles ansehen- Shining Rock Wilderness and Sam's Knob Lollypop loop FITNESS HIKESam Knob / Black Balsam Knob trailhead, located at the end of Black Balsam Knob Rd at MP 420, canton, NC
The Hike will start at the Sam's Knob parking lot at the end of the Black Balsum Knob Road off the Parkway. There are toilets at the parking lot whick hopefully will be open.
We will hike up Sam's Knob first for a warm up and then start the loop up the Art Loeb trail. The loop will take us up to Shining Rock. We will then return to the parking lot in part on a gravel rd.
The hike will be about 13 miles with 2300' elevation gain.
This route is full of expansive views. It is also very open most of the way and the weather is supposed to be warm and sunny (high of 66) so bring lots of water and sunscreen and maybe a raincoat just in case there is an afternoon shower. Here is a link to the route. It is the route #2. https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/shining-rock-wilderness-loop-via-art-loeb-trail-36a773bPace: We will hike at a brisk pace averaging approximately 3 mph adjusting for steepness of grade and rugged trail conditions. Please be comfortable with this distance, elevation and pace.
Dogs; Friendly dogs ok.Car Pool or Follow to the trailhead. To Carpool, meet at the Westgate Plaza parking lot near the dumpsters below Earthfare at 8:20 am. Please post if you plan to meet us there otherwise we will see U at the trailhead at 9:30 am.
Hike Levels: Level (1) Up to 600 feet; Level (2) 600'- 900'; Level (3) 900' - 1200'; Level (4) 1200' - 1500'; Level (5) 1,500' - 1,800'; Level (6) 1,800' - 2,100'; Level (7) 2,100' - 2,400'; Level (8) 2,400' - 2700'; Level (9) 2700' - 3000' Level (10) 3000' - 4000'; Ultimate Hikes are > 4,000'.
Hike Cancellation: IF YOU SIGN ON THIS HIKE AND CHANGE YOU MIND (EVEN IF ON THE WAITLIST) GO BACK TO THE RSVP LINK AND CHANGE YOUR HIKE STATUS TO FREE UP YOUR RESERVED SPOT.
Release of Liability:
The organizer of this trip is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. If you sign up or participate in this event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries, illnesses, and damages arising from, as a result of, and associated with this event. In addition, you acknowledge that you agree to the Meetup terms: https://www.meetup.com/terms - Strawberry Gap 5.2 mi., 1,200 ft. elev. gainFood Lion, Fairview, NC
This is a fairly strenuous out-and-back hike, nearly all of the uphill parts being on the way out. We'll do a moderate pace of around 2.3 mph, with breaks as needed and a 15-minute snack/water break at or near the turn-around point. It's a typical walk in the woods for these parts (which is to say, beautiful!), and the payoff at the top -- Blue Ridge Pastures -- is a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains.
Dog Policy: Dogs are officially prohibited on this trail.
Guest Policy: If you'd like to bring a guest, they should join the Asheville Hiking Group and sign up for the hike on their own. Alternatively, contact me in advance and ask if it's okay to bring a "+1" after you've made it onto the "Going" list. Depending on timing and demand, I may be able to add your guest.
CARPOOLING TIME & PLACE
There's ample parking at the lot by the trailhead, but let's carpool anyway so that our large group doesn't fill it up.Here's a link to the carpool location on Google Maps.
- We'll meet 9:30 AM at Food Lion parking lot, 1350 Charlotte Highway (Rt. ALT-74) in Fairview.
- Gather at the side of the lot closest to the Highway, furthest from the store. Look for me and my silver Hyundai.
- We depart Food Lion just after 9:30 AM, so please arrive before that time. It's about 10 minutes from there to the trailhead.
Directions from Asheville
- Take Alt 74 East toward Fairview.
- From the intersection with I-40 and I-240, you'll be on ALT-74 for 6.7 miles. Food Lion is on the left.
Directions from Hendersonville
- US 25 North to Fletcher, right turn onto Cane Creek Rd.
- In 8.7 miles, turn left onto Alt-74, Charlotte Highway
- Food Lion is less than a mile on the right
COURTESY TO WAIT-LISTERS (Please abide!)
Only sign up if you *TRULY* plan to come. If you must cancel, please change your status to "Not Going" as possible so wait-listers can have sufficient notice. And please please PLEASE don't be a no-show.If you're on the waiting list, keep checking the evening before. Despite what I wrote above, we always get last-minute dropouts.
WEATHER
I'll monitor the National Weather Service forecast for the hike area. If the forecast calls for a> 50% chance of rain or temps below 25, I'll email cancellation messages by 7:30 AM.QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions, message me through MeetUp. Cell reception may be sketchy, but you can try to text or call me up to the start of the hike: (803) 767-3094.--------------------
LEGALESE
This Asheville Hiking Group event involves hiking and, possibly, transportation to and from the meetup site. Participants are responsible for their own safety and, by joining a hike, affirm that they have the appropriate skills, physical conditioning, equipment, and supplies. Hiking may involve risks to oneself and property. Neither your hike organizer nor Asheville Hiking Group can eliminate all risks or be responsible for your well-being. Participants assume full responsibility for any injuries, damages, or losses.
