Family hike, 1st of the 6 peak challenge. Did the whole loop counter clockwise. From Chantry Flats, started via the Upper Creek Trail, to Hoggee Campground and up to the peak from there. Then finished going down by Strutevant camp, the falls and back up to the trailhead. Second time doing the loop, first time doing it straight without camping at Spruce Grove Campground. Much recommended route. That last mile up the paved rode is the worst, but ended up being my fasted mile, just got to put your mind to it. A little cold at the top, being amongst the cloud cover but going up and down the weather was perfect. Two layers of pants and three layers of shirts. All creeks and falls flowing very well. Only fire damage observed was nearing the top, after the junction from the fire road to that last set of switchbacks.
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Congrats! Question, I have been up there three times, and I just cannot find that geo marker up there (third picture). Where is it?
Hi, it’s right next to that memorial plaque that’s at the end of the parking lot by the fence. If you’re looking at the plaque it’s just to the right of it. I didn’t know it existed either until I joined this group, i was determined to find it this time.