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    WNC - The 5th Annual John Rock Hang 7/11-7/13

    Hi folks,

    Here it is. HB and I would like to invite you to the fifth annual John Rock Hang. Children and pets are welcome. Come for an over-nighter, a day hike, or stay for the weekend! HB and I will be at the campsite by late morning on the 11th.

    Located in Pisgah National Forest about five miles West of Brevard in Western NC. Our campsite is approximately 1.2 miles from the parking lot with an elevation gain of ~200'. It's not car camping, but it's not wilderness camping either.

    Getting to the campsite: It is a large Pine grove with plenty of room, a nice fire pit, and ample access to potable water. The site is located at N35 16.486 W82 47.978 for you GPS enthusiasts. On the map it is 1.2 miles from the parking lot (West end) at John Rock on the Cat Gap Loop trail.

    From the parking lot: Facing John Rock go to the right side. Walk around the gate and then turn right onto Cat Gap Loop Trail about where the service road starts to look overgrown and goes up hill. There is a marker but it's 20/30 feet up the trail connector.

    The position of our campsite allows for a diversity of hiking choices. Here are a few. Hanging around camp and lollygagging is encouraged as well.

    John Rock Loop

    Butter Gap Loop

    Picklesimer Fields

    There are lots of waterfalls to be viewed from the trails which parallel them. Plenty of swimming holes and spectacular views from both atop John Rock and the surrounding area.

    Directions: From Asheville, take I-240 west to I-26 east to the exit for the Asheville Airport (exit 40). Turn right onto NC 280; follow this 4-lane highway for 16 miles toward Brevard. At the intersection with US highways 276 and 64, turn right onto US 276 west (follow signs for Pisgah National Forest). Follow US 276 for 5.2 miles; turn left onto FR 475. Go 1.4 miles to the Center for Wildlife Education and Fish Hatchery. Turn left, cross the bridge and park in the parking lot.

    Looking forward to seeing everyone for a great time.

    RF & HB



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    Too bad that's the same weekend as the Roan High Knob hang.

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    I am looking forward to this. I've been planning on being there since last year. This Hang trumps the RHK Summer hang. This is my favorite hang bar-none.

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    Wanted to make this a day trip but bringing my son to see grandma that weekend. Miss hanging with everyone.

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    Quote Originally Posted by BigA View Post
    Wanted to make this a day trip but bringing my son to see grandma that weekend. Miss hanging with everyone.
    That's a shame. I wish that you could bring the whole family. I hope to see you again some time friend.
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    ...he's a mountain goat crossed with a marathoner.

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    Been looking for this post will be there !!

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