Hike: New Year's Day Hike - Wintergreen North on the Appalachian Trail - Hike is full
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Let’s ring in the New Year with a First Day Hike. This hike will begin at 10:00 am starting at Wintergreen (parking area adjacent to Laurel Springs Rd and Wolf Trap Lane). We will hike on the Appalachian Trail heading north towards Humpback Mountain and a fantastic overlook of Wintergreen and Blackrock Mountain. Read all of the details below before signing up.
Note: This hike is moderate. No dogs except service dogs are permitted on this group hike.
If you would like to be added to the waiting list, send a quick email to hiking@wtgsportingclub.org
Maximum Hikers: 15 Open to WSC members. Each member can bring a guest.
New Years Day Hike Signup (Wednesday, January 1st)
Hike is currently full. to be added to the waiting list, please email hiking@wtgsportingclub.org
For those in the Valley to carpool: Stoney Creek Golf Course Parking Area on Wednesday, January 1st at 9:20 am. (It is a 14 mile/30 minute drive to the trailhead)
For those on Wintergreen Mountain: meet at Laurel Springs Road/Wolftrap Lane at 10:00 am. There is a small parking area which is at the Old Appalachian Trail here (37.9397,-78.9379), We will meet here and walk down together to the Appalachian Trail,
Trail Description: This out-and-back trail follows the Appalachian Trail. The trail is a moderate hike with some rocky parts.
Difficulty: Moderate Distance: 4 miles; Elevation gain/loss: 1000 ft, Hike Duration: 2.5 hours
Bring: Dress Warm! Bring Daypacks, water and snack. Trekking poles are recommended.
Questions? Email hiking@wtgsportingclub.org.
