Mary's Rock Out-and-Back
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Intermediate
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Luray, VA
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Aug 2, 2023 |
Mary's Rock Out-and-Back
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Luray, VA
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Intermediate
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Aug 2, 2023 |
Notes:
3.6 mi — 1h 50m
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Nice trail that is easily accessible from Thortons gap entrance. Steep up with good views. 28 weeks pregnant.
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Old Rag Loop
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Difficult
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Stanley, VA
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Aug 1, 2023 |
Old Rag Loop
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Stanley, VA
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Difficult
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Aug 1, 2023 |
Notes:
8.9 mi — 5h 0m
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Started ridge trail at ranger station, not too busy, did need a day pass booked online. Continued on ridge trail up to Summit with frequent snacks.…
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Ridge Trail
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Difficult
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Stanley, VA
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Aug 1, 2023 |
Ridge Trail
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Stanley, VA
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Difficult
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Aug 1, 2023 |
Notes:
3.7 mi — 3h 20m
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Completed with Old Rag Loop
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Dark Hollow Falls Trail
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Intermediate
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Stanley, VA
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Dark Hollow Falls Trail
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Stanley, VA
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Intermediate
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Notes:
0.4 mi — 15m
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Paired with Rose River Falls - see those notes for more details
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Rose River Loop
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Intermediate/Difficult
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Stanley, VA
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Rose River Loop
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Stanley, VA
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Intermediate/Difficult
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Notes:
4.2 mi — 2h 1m
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Started this at Fishers Gap Overlook and went counterclockwise going down horse trail to Dark Hollows Falls (adds a little extra mileage). Dark Hol…
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Stony Man Trail
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Easy/Intermediate
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Stanley, VA
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Stony Man Trail
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Stanley, VA
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Easy/Intermediate
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Notes:
1.6 mi — 40m
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Went to both overlooks and took horse trail back down, good views. Easy to moderate. 27 weeks pregnant.
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Hawksbill Mountain Loop
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Intermediate/Difficult
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Stanley, VA
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Hawksbill Mountain Loop
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Stanley, VA
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Intermediate/Difficult
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Jul 31, 2023 |
Notes:
2.6 mi — 1h 32m
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Went clockwise which was the way to go. Definitely moderate to hard at 27 weeks pregnant at beginng with a relaxing and peaceful journey back down.
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Canyon Overlook Trail
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Intermediate
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Springdale, UT
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May 22, 2021 |
Canyon Overlook Trail
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Springdale, UT
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Intermediate
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May 22, 2021 |
Notes:
1.4 mi — 45m
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A beautiful small hike up the side of the mountain with a can't beat view of Zion. A great last look before heading to Bryce. Don't skip the drive…
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The Narrows: Bottom-Up Route
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Intermediate/Difficult
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Springdale, UT
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May 20, 2021 |
The Narrows: Bottom-Up Route
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Springdale, UT
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Intermediate/Difficult
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May 20, 2021 |
Notes:
10.2 mi
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Beautiful hike in both late spring and fall. Bibs were needed for the fall, but May was perfect temp for shorts and water booties (rented and recom…
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Riverside Walk
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Easy
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Springdale, UT
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May 20, 2021 |
Riverside Walk
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Springdale, UT
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Easy
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May 20, 2021 |
Notes:
1.9 mi
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A nice paved, family friendly walk to get to the start of the narrows. You can walk next to the water or on the paved path.
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The Narrows - Wall Street to Big Springs Route
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Difficult
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Springdale, UT
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May 20, 2021 |
The Narrows - Wall Street to Big Springs Route
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Springdale, UT
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Difficult
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May 20, 2021 |
Notes:
4.2 mi
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A great treat on the narrows hike! This trail was SO MUCH FUN. The slot canyon opens and need to shimmy through rocks, climb up waterfalls, and sli…
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Watchman Trail
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Intermediate
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Springdale, UT
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May 19, 2021 |
Watchman Trail
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Springdale, UT
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Intermediate
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May 19, 2021 |
Notes:
3.1 mi — 1h 25m
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A very under-rated trail. Very pleasant and a good view of the Mesa. One of the best overlooks since Observation Point closed. A great place for su…
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Angels Landing
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Difficult
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Springdale, UT
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May 19, 2021 |
Angels Landing
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Springdale, UT
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Difficult
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May 19, 2021 |
Notes:
7 mi — 5h 46m
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A hot and steep incline to get to the chains. Got there between the late morning and late afternoon crowds. Very busy and dangerous trail with wait…
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Emerald Pools Out and Back
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Intermediate
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Springdale, UT
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May 18, 2021 |
Emerald Pools Out and Back
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Springdale, UT
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Intermediate
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May 18, 2021 |
Notes:
3.5 mi — 1h 30m
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A great first day hike to get acclimated to the desert heat! Relatively easy and family friendly with small pools and decent views.
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Grotto Trail
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Easy
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Springdale, UT
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May 18, 2021 |
Grotto Trail
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Springdale, UT
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Easy
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May 18, 2021 |
Notes:
0.8 mi
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A nice paved walk connecting the grotto and the lodge. Not much to see, but a quiet path.
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Abrams Falls Out and Back
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Intermediate
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Maryville, TN
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May 30, 2020 |
Abrams Falls Out and Back
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Maryville, TN
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Intermediate
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May 30, 2020 |
Notes:
5.1 mi — 1h 51m
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started at 9:30 and ended at 11:50. smaller crowds and good lighting on falls. Trail starting to get busier on our way back. Lots of bears on secon…
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Chimney Tops Trail
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Difficult
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Gatlinburg, TN
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May 30, 2020 |
Chimney Tops Trail
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Gatlinburg, TN
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Difficult
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May 30, 2020 |
Notes:
3.8 mi — 1h 38m
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lots of stairs, 80, end of trail closed to chimney tops, decent view if clear. good swimming area near trailhead
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Laurel Falls Trail
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Intermediate
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Gatlinburg, TN
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May 30, 2020 |
Laurel Falls Trail
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Gatlinburg, TN
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Intermediate
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May 30, 2020 |
Notes:
4.2 mi — 1h 43m
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easy hike to falls, confused and thought fire tower was 1 mile extra. Confirm route with park staff next time (dang coronavirus)
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Grotto Falls
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Intermediate
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Gatlinburg, TN
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May 30, 2020 |
Grotto Falls
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Gatlinburg, TN
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Intermediate
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May 30, 2020 |
Notes:
nice lunch spot
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Alum Cave - Cliff Top Out and Back
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Difficult
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Gatlinburg, TN
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May 29, 2020 |
Alum Cave - Cliff Top Out and Back
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Gatlinburg, TN
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Difficult
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May 29, 2020 |
Notes:
11.8 mi — 5h 19m
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up to top, slower pace, flowers beginning to bloom, went to cliff top and lodge and up to myrtle point
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