Friday, June 14, 2024 2:00PM - Sunday, June 16, 2024 2:00PM
Hedgesville WV,
West Virginia,
MD United States
This is a moderate three-day, two-night backpack covering approximately 20 miles and about 700 ft in elevation gain in a loop along the Tuscarora Trail in the Sleepy Creek WMA (PATC Map L). Travel includes both forest roads and trails with views off the ridge line of the Tuscarora Trail and base camping for 2 nights near Sleepy Creek Lake (2$/night per person fee). The weekend trip will include backpacking into Sleepy Creek, a day hike on Saturday that will include views to the West from Sleepy Creek Mountain. Trails are maintained by the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club. **Paul Noonan is an overnight leader in training under the supervision of Will Schaefer who is the leader of record.** Required gear: Ursack or bear canister. [AMC Potomac Chapter does have gear that can be lent out, contact trip leader]
Free