What We See

Shining Rock Wilderness

Tuesday July 10

Cross meadow to top of Sam Knob,thru woodlands, river, creeks, and bog,hiked nearly four. Six then drove to Devil’s Courthouse for one mile more.

Raven Cliff Falls

Tuesday June 12

To Raven Cliff Falls eight hiked and ate. Cloudy day perfect for miles of eight.

Horsepasture

Thursday June 7

Along the Horsepasture four falls did flow. Six gals hiked 5.5 and enjoyed the waterfall show.

Coldspring Trail JGSP

Tuesday June 5

Eleven hikers ready to fire their leader today. Lunch by the falls was just too far away. But no, all decided these trails are a keeper, hooray! (6.3 mi).

Panther Creek

Thursday May 31

Seven hiked seven and scrambled last two as thunder above did ensue. The river roared, the creek we did ford and onward we hurriedly explored.

Hilliard Falls

Thursday May 24

Fourteen left on two pontoons.Another joined Brooks in the afternoon. To Hilliard Falls and back for over seven.Fifteen agreed the day was heaven!

Panthertown East

Tuesday May 15

Late afternoon storms threatened; hikers there were eight. Completed 8.1 miles promptly, did not hesitate.

Hickorynut Gap

Thursday May 10

Pink Lady Slippers were seen, in fields of ferns very green. Nine hiked six miles and finished with smiles.

Scaly Mountain

Tuesday May 8

Eleven were upward bound for Scaly’s views around. Day was complete with a Kilwin’s ice cream treat. (4-5 mi)

Narrows North

Thursday May 3

Nineteen hiked Chattooga River Trail today. Numerous wildflowers were our bouquet. (6 mi)

Reedy Branch Falls

Tuesday May 1

Twas homeward bound from Rabun Bald, fourteen hiked around Reedy Branch Falls and had a ball. (~ 1 mi)

Rabun Bald

Tuesday May 1

At 4696 ft and vistas all around, fourteen hiked 3.2 enjoying this jewel of a crown.

Oconee Station and Falls

Thursday April 26

3.2 mi

Whitewater to Bad Creek

Thursday April 19

Spring ephemerals galore. Twenty two hikers want more.(6.14 mi)

Panthertown West

Tuesday April 17

On a cold windy April morn, lots of layers were worn. The weather quickly improved and fifteen happily approved.(7.5 mi)

Falls Creek to Hospital Rock

Thursday April 12

Thirteen made the scene. Scenery peachy keen. Up we climbed for sights, that made for heart delights. (8 mi)

Four Falls

Tuesday April 10

Beauty aplenty was enjoyed by twenty. Seven and a half miles brought lots of smiles.

Lee Falls

Thursday April 5

Stream crossings, slippery rocks, oops! and more.....Twenty spied trillium, foam flowers, and violets galore!!! (3.2 mi)

Yellow Mountain

Tuesday April 3

Eleven climbed Yellow Mountain just fine (2.5 mi). Went to Cornocopia to dine. Then off to Silver Run Falls we go (0.5 mi) and this is our picture show.

Ellicott BF

Thursday March 29

Options were several for seventeen today, and all had a good time in their own way (8.8 miles)

Round Mountain/Whitewater Loop

Tuesday March 27

The hikers did speak and the description will get a tweak. A wonderful 5.5 miles and all twenty ended with smiles.

Cane Creek

Thursday March 22

Fourteen scrambled sideways, up, and down. Did five miles with wild flowers all around.

Oconee Connector

Tuesday March 20

Twelve woke to a foggy dawn. Thought of canceling but carried on. Turned into a beautiful day, with gushing falls and lots of wild flowers along the way.(6.5 miles)

Bear Cove and Oconee Bells

Thursday March 15

Twenty hikers came out today. Saw Oconee Bells, Pygmy Pipes and Little Brown Jugs along the way. (4.5 - 5 mi)

Dodge Mountain to Long Mountain

Tuesday March 13

Twenty five hiked quickly, reaching the fire tower for brunch. Most agreed maybe next time go to Puerto Neuvo for lunch! (5.5 miles)

Sassafras to Table Rock

Thursday March 8

A chilly day for twenty one. Hiked nearly ten when all was said and done.

Martin Creek

Tuesday February 27

The weather was great for the group of twenty eight. After about five miles, all finished with smiles.

Clemson East

Thursday February 22

The air was misty, the humidity high, but twenty five got in six 'fore the sun appeared in the sky

Cedar Rock Dupont

Thursday February 15

All twenty-one would likely say that this was an idyllic day, perfect in every way (6.5 miles)

Reasonover Creek Dupont

Tuesday February 13

Oops-creek flooded, Reasonover aborted. Onward to Bridal Veil Falls thirteen retorted! Eight miles reported.

Burrells Ford

Thursday February 8

Twenty-two hikers saw Spoonauger and King Creek Falls. Hiked five among good friends on trails our leader recommends.

Nine Times Preserve

Tuesday February 6

Seventeen at their prime had Cedar Rock Mountain to climb.Some hiked three pt seven,others four pt five. It was a good day to be alive.

Licklog East

Thursday Feb 1

A delayed start but twenty five didn't lose heart. Change of plans, let's do this trail again (5 plus miles)

Bald Knob

Tuesday Jan 30

Twenty nine climbed to Bald Knob doing seven point seven four, a few went on to the top adding a mile and a quarter more.

Thompson River

Thursday Jan 25

Twenty one started, then a dog departed. In the end she was found, seven point six in and outbound.

Twin Falls

Tuesday Jan 23

Twin Falls and twisted rails seen by twenty one hikers along two trails. Logging history right before our eyes. This trail is a real prize!(4 miles)

Panther Creek

Tuesday Jan 16

Twenty-two hiked Panther Creek with total mileage of eight. Though in places a bit treacherous, the beautiful scenery was great.

Pinnacle West

Tuesday Jan 9

Twenty-three hiked six and had a great time, seeing icicles, boulders, and rock art along Pinnacle's climb.

Wattacoo

Thursday Jan 4

Chilly breeze across Wattacoo blew, while eight enjoyed the view. Falls along Oil Camp Creek Road were icy, but hiking wasn't dicey. (5 mi)

Yellow Branch

Tuesday Jan 2

Five hikers braved temps quite cold. The ice on Yellow Branch was beautiful and bold.

Blue Ridge Railroad

Thursday Dec 28

We eight were bundled to see what was tunneled.Then out from Middle, the warm air came and going up Saddle, our aerobic game.Issaqueena Falls was our delight.This 5.5 miles was dynamite.

Big Bend East

Tuesday Dec 26

Twas the day after Christmas, eight hiked to Big Bend. Seven miles were enjoyed to the very end.

Chattooga River N From US 76

Thursday Dec 21

Twas the first day of winter, creek crossing too wide, twelve hearty hikers took it in stride. Log was pulled over, we inched our way forward, most feet were kept dry and that is our story. (6.5 mi)

Oconee Connector & Station Cove Falls

Tuesday Dec 19

Sixteen gathered from every sector to do six point three miles of the Oconee Connector

Sloan Hatchery

Thursday Dec 14

First eighteen,then dropped three, icy start lead to cautious heart.Then,around a bend joined by a dog and two friends.Even though some hiked a few,all enjoyed a wintertime view(6.6 miles)

Raven Cliff Falls & Gum Gap

Tuesday Dec 12

Seventeen set out on a trail covered in snow. Everyone wondered how far we could go. The total trek was ended up over eight and all agreed hiking in the snow was great!

Eastatoe

Thursday Dec 7

Chilly start, warm hearts. Eighteen hiked 5.4 and added a little more.

Hidden Falls

Thursday Nov 30

A perfect fall day brought twenty three out to play. Hiked nearly seven in Oconee State Park's heaven.

Clemson Central

Tuesday Nov 28

Bluebird blue sky, leaves fluttering down.Thirteen happy hikers all around.Ducks and geese delighted.Beech leaves hanging on,6.5 miles plus come and gone.

Moonshine

Tuesday Nov 21

Fourteen came out for a day of play. Rejoiced as the cable didn't lend much sway. Guess we hiked seven, missed a few turns, but found Moonshine and Confusion Falls and that made a great day!

Table Rock

Thursday Nov 16

Sixteen and three pups hiked three and a half up. Came down the same way for a fantastic day!

Long Creek

Tuesday Nov 14

Twenty showed up to hike a half plus four. All thought it was great and felt like we'd done a lot more.

Winding Stairs

Tuesday Nov 7

Fifteen took a weather gamble to do the scheduled ramble. Miuka Falls was quite foggy, and the return hike was very soggy.

Opossum Falls

Thursday Nov 2

Photos and maps courtesy of Gary H and Don L!

Sassafras Mountain

Tuesday Oct 31

There were seventeen this fine Halloween. Did a bit under six with lots of treats and no tricks

Tamassee Knob

Thursday Oct 26

Horsepasture

Tuesday Oct 24

Eighteen did a bit over five. Saw four waterfalls on a river quite alive!

Licklog South

Thursday Oct 19

Thirteen able Ramblers were quite avid scramblers. Climbed over and under for eight and a half miles of wonder.

Rainbow Falls JGSP

Tuesday Oct 17

Twenty three took to the path and most did five and a half. Twenty one and one pup made it all the way up.

Chinquapin and Glenn Falls

Thursday Oct 12

One less than twenty met obstacles o'plenty. Trekked a bit over six with lots of acrobatics. When it was done all agreed it was fun.

Chau Ram

Tuesday Oct 10

Fourteen showed up to hike about three. All agreed it was good despite high humidity!

Whiteside Mountain and Devil's Courthouse NC

Thursday Sept 28

Fourteen climbed the Pluton called Whiteside. Trekked four to straddle the Continental Divide.

Raven Rock

Tuesday Sept 26

Twelve started out to ramble about. Two more arrived and the fourteen hiked five.

Jones Gap Trail

Thursday Sept 21

Irma's winds toppled trees to and fro but park crews were our trail clearing heroes. The six miles were a delight for the eight who hiked.

Lower Whitewater

Tuesday Sept 19

Twenty one came to play on a beautiful day. Trekked up and down for six and a half then posed at the bridge for the group photograph.

Clemson South

Tuesday Sept 14

Irma's winds took trees down, but five got around. While climbing over piles, hiked seven miles.

Big Bend North

Thursday Sept 7

Twenty four trekked 7.5 miles. Perfect weather and lots of smiles.

Yellow Branch

Tuesday Sept 5

Thirty hikers gathered to start the 2017-2018 season with a trip to Yellow Branch Falls.

Three Balds AT

Tuesday June 20

Seven hiked 4.8 miles on this Special Event hike on the Appalachian Trail.