Hike: St. Mary's Falls, St. Mary's Wilderness Area, Friday, August 15th
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Join us as we hike to St. Mary’s Falls. This popular waterfall involves crossing the stream a few times. The hike is through a beautiful, forested area adjacent to the stream. The trailhead is just an hour’s drive from Wintergreen. Read all of the details below before signing up.
Note: This hike is moderately easy but can be rocky and slippery when crossing streams. No dogs except service dogs are permitted on this group hike.
Questions? please email: hiking@wtgsportingclub.org
Maximum Hikers: 10. (Wilderness area requirement) Open to WSC members. Each member can bring a guest.
St. Mary’s Falls Signup (Friday, August 15th)
HIKE IS CURRENTLY FULL. If you would like to be added to the waiting list, please email: hiking@wtgsportingclub.org
Meet: Stoney Creek Golf Course Parking Area on Friday, August 15th at 9:00 am. We will carpool to the St. Mary’s Wilderness Parking area (Driving Distance: 32 miles). Alternately, if you prefer to drive, meet at 10:00 am at the trailhead at the end of Saint Mary’s Road (37.9251, -79.13376). The drive will take approximately 1 hour (parking is limited).
Trail Description: This out-and-back trail follows the Saint Mary's River. The trail will go through a few stream crossings before you get to the falls. The trail can be rocky and slippery when crossing the streams. There is also a nice swimming hole right before the falls if anyone wants to take a dip.
Difficulty: Moderate (305’ elevation gain and loss). Distance: 4.3 miles; Hike Duration: 2.5 hours
Bring: Daypacks, water (1 liter per person), and water shoes and/or old tennis shoes you don’t mind getting wet. (You can also bring extra shoes for after the hike.) Trekking poles and insect repellent are recommended.
Questions? Email hiking@wtgsportingclub.org.
