Kurt’s Hikes

CURRENT Kurt’s Hikes

Grayson tries to master the water bladder at the end of the hike as Lily smiles at having done the walk.

Roaring Run Hikette

Roaring Run Creekside Trail to falls and back. 1.2 miles.

Woods Hike vs Beach Hike: Even the Peepee Technique is a Little Different

Blockade Runner Hotel in Wrightsville Beach, N.C. south on the beach to end of spit and back x 2. About 5 miles.
View west from Tinker Cliffs looks across North Mountain, Potts Mountain and into West Virginia.

A Favorite Trail Well Enjoyed

Andy Lane Trail to Appalachian Trail to Tinker Cliffs and back. 7.2 miles.
We saw a few wild ponies along the Appalachian Trail, and soon after that we saw this sign, about which Gail said, "I sure hope the ponies can read!"

All-Dayer in the Grayson Highlands, All-Nighter in the Grayson Highlands

FR 613, Appalachian Trail, Pine Mountain Trail, Scales Trail, Highlands Horse Trail loop. About 10 miles.
Little Reese didn't jump in, but did get into the cold water, while Daddy Ben jumped in later.

Hoop Hole Havoc

Lower Hoop Hole Trail. 4 miles.

Departments

Smith Mountain Lake Virginia is a hidden gem within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful area features boating, sailing, hiking, shopping, fishing, and much more.
From The Editor

Sarah Smiles: The Lake Effect

Growing up, many of my weekends were spent at my late step-grandmother’s house on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.

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