First Day Hike to Gordon Pond and Legacy Loop
Where
Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Hillsboro, VA 20132.
main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
When
Jan. 1, 2024. 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Hike to Gordon Pond and Legacy Loop. This moderately paced hike will be approximately 5 miles on a variety of beautiful trails with varied terrain, unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs, nor strollers. There will be stops along the way, including at Gordon Pond to pause and see the beauty of the park, and mindfully experience the winter natural environment. It may not take the full 3 hours, but we want to plan for a nice comfortable pace. Please meet us at the main parking lot, near the pollinator garden. Registration is FREE please sign up here so we know how many people to expect. If it says we are sold out. Please sign up for the waitlist. We will add more guides to the hike.
Go Take a Hike! The goal of First Day Hikes is to inspire healthy New Year’s resolutions and encourage everyone to get outside. Sweet Run’s almost 11 miles of hiking trails will be open for you to enjoy on your own or join us for one of our two naturalist led hikes. Please be prepared for weather. Pack water and wear sturdy shoes. Cameras, and binoculars are encouraged.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-668-6230
Email Address: sweetrun@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | National Events | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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