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Hike from Bad Fork to the Chestnut Cove Overlook
Dayhike
Wednesday, October 28, 2009, 1 day
8:30 PM

General Location: Mountains, Henderson County?

Length:  9.5 miles

Difficulty:  Strenuous

Kid Friendly?  Children under 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Generally not suitable for young children.

Contact:  Stuart English, 828-883-2447 stuengo@citcom.net

Meeting Place:  Call hike leader for directions

Description:  This in-and-out hike begins at the Trace Ridge Trailhead. We will hike up Bad Fork to the Blue Ridge Parkway (a steep 700-foot ascent for the second mile) to Bent Creek Gap, and then follow the MST to the Chestnut Cove Overlook to enjoy a beautiful view during lunch.

What to Bring:  Water, lunch, high-energy snacks, good hiking shoes, raingear

Organized By:  Carolina Mountain Club, which maintains 140 miles of the MST

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