On Friday, Nov. 17, the Fairfield Glade hikers will hike in Cumberland Mountain State Park on the Pioneer Trail that’s an easy 4.9-mile hike.
This trail follows along the banks of Byrd Lake to a swinging bridge and then upstream to see a one lane sandstone arch bridge built by the CCC.
The trail then crosses a bridge to the opposite side of the creek, where hikers will see a variety of rock overhangs and unique rock outcroppings.
Hikers can also pass through a narrow passage if they’re lucky!
The end of this trail is the foot bridge at the boat dock.
Bring water to drink while hiking, and hiking footwear and poles are recommended.
This is the last hike of the fall season, and to celebrate, we invite everyone to join us at the park restaurant for lunch that opens at 11 a.m. A buffet is available, and lunch will be at each hiker’s expense.
Anyone interested in hiking is welcome.
Hikers will meet in the pavilion by the parking lot at the intersection of Peavine Rd. and Stonehenge Dr. between 7:30-7:45 a.m. Car pools will be formed, and information about the hike will be distributed. Departure to the trailhead will be promptly at 8.
Reimbursement fee for drivers for this hike is $2. The expected time to return to Fairfield Glade is about 2 p.m.
Hiking has risks, and safety is a high priority on every outing.
The hiking group assumes no collective or individual liability for any mishaps.
Hiking is at one’s own risk. Participants should be in good physical condition.
Walking on paved and level surfaces does not compare with hiking on uneven trails with elevation changes, roots and rocks.
Each hiker is asked to assess their personal level of fitness to the difficulty of the hike so they can keep up with the group.
Contact hike leader Bob Krausen at bkrausen @gmail.com or visit gladetrails.com/hiking/ and scroll down to the “Friday Hikes” button for more information.