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Dicks Creek Gap - Muskrat Shelter

May 30
Sat 7:00 AM
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Estimated attendance
 8  people attended.
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Who organized?
Dmitry

Hi guys!


OK, I am back and we are going to do a part of #6 section of the AT: Dicks Creek Gap - Bly Gap + 3 miles to Muskrat Shelter. I've been there a couple of years ago and the view near the shelter was terrific. You can check it out here:

http://www.flickr.com...

The trail is rated moderate to strenuous, water sources: mile 0 - rivulet, mile 1.6 - permanent branch to left, mile 4.3 - stream, mile 8.6 - spring, 8.8 - springs at Bly Gap, mile 12 - water near the Muskrat Shelter.

Google says its 96 miles (1 h 46 mins) from my place to Dicks Creek Gap.

Cheers,
Brer Mountain Rabbit

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  • Johanna D.
    Posted Jun 1, 2009 6:21 PM
    Johanna D.
    WOW!!! I had no idea I was going to be that wiped out!!!!! I had a lot of fun though, but boy am I feeling it today. Nice group of people to go hiking with and I look forward to the next adventure ;)
  • Pre-Meetup comments below
  • Dmitry
    Posted May 29, 2009 11:26 AM
    Dmitry
    Brer Mountain Rabbit
    I uploaded the maps (2 maps for the route and one elevation profile). If anyone has ink in his/her printer that would be nice to get a print out for tomorrow! :)
  • Dmitry
    Posted May 29, 2009 10:37 AM
    Dmitry
    Brer Mountain Rabbit
    The trail is rated moderate to strenuous, water sources: mile 0 - rivulet, mile 1.6 - permanent branch to left, mile 4.3 - stream, mile 8.6 - spring, 8.8 - springs at Bly Gap, mile 12 - water near the Muskrat Shelter.
  • Dmitry
    Posted May 29, 2009 10:34 AM
    Dmitry
    Brer Mountain Rabbit
    the weather forecast is hot and dry: 84-87 during the day, 61-64 during the night, 0 chances of rain.
  • Chris W.
    Posted May 29, 2009 5:39 AM
    Chris W.
    Assistant Organizer
    And I wanted to see the scooter.
  • Johanna D.
    Posted May 29, 2009 2:14 AM
    Johanna D.
    Thanks John for the offer. It is much appreciated. I'm going to meet up with Tatyana in Decatur, however, but I'll see everyone there ;)
  • Tatyana
    Posted May 29, 2009 1:53 AM
    Tatyana
    Anyone wants to carpool from intown? I am in downtown decatur.
  • John
    Posted May 28, 2009 10:18 PM
    John
    Johanna I live close to the Chamblee Marta Station and could meet you there if that is a good option.
  • Johanna D.
    Posted May 28, 2009 6:42 PM
    Johanna D.
    Anyone driving over from Atlanta for this? Wondering if I could hitch a ride. If not, I'll be driving my scooter over there ;)
  • Dmitry
    Posted May 27, 2009 6:55 PM
    Dmitry
    Brer Mountain Rabbit
    Andrew, yes - this is my plan!
  • Andrew Brown
    Posted May 27, 2009 6:04 PM
    Andrew Brown
    So let me get this straight. Dicks Creek to Bly to Muskrat - 12 miles. Then we retrace back to the start. Is this correct?
  • David
    Posted May 25, 2009 10:11 AM
    David
    Don Quixote
    I camped years ago on the cliffs there and remember those views. There's a shuttle possibility if anyone is frightened by the in/out mileage issue: with long days we can lay the shuttle Friday night - Sat morning (anyone out there want to assist?). Shorter mileage folks can make the cliffs from Deep Gap below Standing Indian in NC (~ 5 miles/ 10 mile round trip in/out of Deep Gap). Others can make the cliffs for a day hike from Deep . . . email me anyone who wants to lay shuttle
  • Chris W.
    Posted May 21, 2009 4:03 PM
    Chris W.
    Assistant Organizer
    Normally 12 miles would be too short for me but I'm testing recovery of a knee problem and testing new gear so I'm ok with Bly or Muskrat.
  • Grant
    Posted May 21, 2009 12:43 PM
    Grant
    Assistant Organizer
    Well... granted the days are longer, but my base weight form winter to summer isn't but like a pound or two. I guess I just don't like more than 8 miles, and don't really want to camp by myself- I get skeered... But if we ALL camp at Bly Gap- which would be awesome- I'd be more sure of going.
  • Dmitry
    Posted May 21, 2009 4:39 AM
    Dmitry
    Brer Mountain Rabbit
    Grant, come one! Days are long now, summer equipment is light - it will be a piece of cake. Besides, you can stop at Bly Gap (9 miles) and we'll pick you up on our way back! :)
  • Grant
    Posted May 20, 2009 7:58 PM
    Grant
    Assistant Organizer
    depends on situation here on the home front. It might be the first weekend my girlfriend and I have at the same time in the past month. Also... 12 miles?!?! that's a long ways even if we get started early. keep in mind average hiking speed is 1.7 MPH, which would be 7 hours... that's a lot of hiking...
  • Johanna D.
    Posted May 20, 2009 7:19 PM
    Johanna D.
    This is going to be awesome. I haven't been on a camping/hiking trip in almost a year. Waaaaaay too long for me.
  • Dmitry
    Posted May 20, 2009 4:43 AM
    Dmitry
    Brer Mountain Rabbit
    12 miles a day
  • Grant
    Posted May 19, 2009 11:35 PM
    Grant
    Assistant Organizer
    How many miles each day?
  • RainFly
    Posted May 18, 2009 3:29 PM
    RainFly
    Assistant Organizer
    Have to work, poody.

Who attended?

  • 8 attendees
    • “ We had a great time. The weather was outstanding, but it was still a challenging 12 mile hike each day. ”
    • “ The most challenging physical feat ever for me but I feel quite empowered to have accomplished it :) Would love to come out again with this group and would do similar type of trail but only once I get my gear and shoes right. Enjoyed meeting everyone and greatly appreciate all the advice and experience other members shared. ”
    • Johanna D. (+1 guest)
      “ I had a great time; I'm just sorry that I had to rush back sooooooooooooo soon (boy am I feeling it today). This group is awesome and they mean business. I love it and look forward to our next adventure!!!! ”
    • “ It was an incredible workout and I learned a lot about backpacking from people who know the art well. ”
    • “ I may not have said much because of the heavy breathing and being way too tired, but I had a lot of fun! Will definitely go backpacking again! ”
    • “ Nice section of well maintained trail. Sadly, the famous gnarled Oak at Bly Gap is dying. ”
    • “ Wonderful trip and wonderful folks! Check out my trip report and the pictures for this one! ”