DATE: May 27, 2017 to May 29, 2017
Backpacking Mount Rogers Backpack

Meeting Time: 9:00 AM

Event Coordinator: tonetom
Troutdale, VA
US

Max # People: 6

Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money

Difficulty Level: Moderate

SUMMARY:

Come and join us for a 2-night backpack in the Mt. Rogers area. It'll be 16-17 mile moderate hike in highlands of Virginia with a good chance to see blooming mount laurel and flame azaleas as well as wild ponies (bring some carrots or almonds and they'll eat from your hands). We'll meet at 9:00 am at Grindstone Campground where we'll leave our vehicles ($3.00/night) and we expect to be back there Monday by noon. In case you need/prefer to stay in the area for the night of 5/26, the campground is an option (it'll be a holiday weekend - reservation recommended).

 

Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at:

From Marion, VA, take exit 45 to Highway 16 South. Continue for 17 miles, then turn right onto Highway 603. After 6 miles turn left into the Grindstone Campground entrance.