Post Turkey-Day Afternoon City Hike
November 25th at 1pm
Meet at Forest Hill Park picnic shelter #2 at the end of the road near the trailhead.
Need to burn those extra Thanksgiving food calories? Start out the holiday season on the right foot...burning calories on this 7.5 mile hike and enjoy some wonderful views of the James River. Finish your "Black" Friday shopping early and join in the fun!
Begin at Forest Hill Park parking lot at picnic shelter #2 at the end of the road. We will follow Reedy Creek down to the Buttermilk Trail and head towards Belle Isle. Once on Belle Isle, we will take the footbridge across the river and pick up the North Bank Trail. We will walk behind Hollywood Cemetery and Maymont Park and cross over the Nickel Bridge and pick up the Buttermilk Trail back to our starting point at Forest Hill Park.
HIKING DISTANCE: 8.5 miles (Aprox 3 hours depending on # of stops required and trail conditions)
TRAIL TERRAIN: A little of everything – mostly dirt, rocks, & gravel, with a little pavement, a lot of tree roots, and even a few stream crossings. Depending on the weather, the trail can be a little muddy and slippery in places so dress accordingly.
DIFFICULTY: Moderate-to-Difficult. We are in the city but the trail is very challenging in areas. This is NOT a good "first" hike for beginners.
WHAT TO BRING: Sturdy, broken-in shoes; water, and snacks. Dress in layers depending on the weather.
Meet in the parking lot at picnic shelter #2, which is located at the end of the road.
For more information or details please contact Joyce Parkey @ jocasta68@gmail.com (804-304-3479) or Brenda Bird at brenann0812@gmail.com (804-437-3609).
Please RSVP so that we have your contact information in case the hike is cancelled for any reason.
NO PETS PLEASE!
“A body in motion stays in motion”
