It was a sunny Sunday and the plan was to start asap, i.e. the 8am goal stretched itself to 9.30am. The drive was a bit too long, but then since i was a mere passenger, the irritation was some what reduced. But still. Couldn't wait to reach this place.
The hike was about 3 miles. Ya, what a joke ! i thought so too ! But then it was a good one to begin the season. Tall trees, dense greenery and a muddy trail. Lucky it was not my car that would have to bear all these mud stains later ! The trail alternates between descending and being flat. Several small bridges help us cross the little stream. The typical moss growing on trees reminded me of an alien planet from some movie i had seen. Well i see so many crappy movies that my mind plays these tricks quite easily !
The trail culminates in a long suspension bridge that overlooks the "Drift Creek Falls". Those rocks were strong and mean contrasting the sympathetic greenery. From the bridge the trail goes downward to the very base of the falls. A couple with a couple of kids and about 4 (was it 4 or 5 ?) dogs gave us company at the cold water banks. We ate some granola bars hoping that the dogs wouldn't pounce for it ! But they were quite well behaved.
If the trail takes you down, you hike back up. The return path was a steady climb. Not too tiring and the slew of people walking kept us company. A slight detour on a trail called the "Northern Loop" helped burn some extra calories.
All in all, nice !
The hike was about 3 miles. Ya, what a joke ! i thought so too ! But then it was a good one to begin the season. Tall trees, dense greenery and a muddy trail. Lucky it was not my car that would have to bear all these mud stains later ! The trail alternates between descending and being flat. Several small bridges help us cross the little stream. The typical moss growing on trees reminded me of an alien planet from some movie i had seen. Well i see so many crappy movies that my mind plays these tricks quite easily !
The trail culminates in a long suspension bridge that overlooks the "Drift Creek Falls". Those rocks were strong and mean contrasting the sympathetic greenery. From the bridge the trail goes downward to the very base of the falls. A couple with a couple of kids and about 4 (was it 4 or 5 ?) dogs gave us company at the cold water banks. We ate some granola bars hoping that the dogs wouldn't pounce for it ! But they were quite well behaved.
If the trail takes you down, you hike back up. The return path was a steady climb. Not too tiring and the slew of people walking kept us company. A slight detour on a trail called the "Northern Loop" helped burn some extra calories.
All in all, nice !
Been Here and I agree with you about How Muddy it is up There..... Lol
ReplyDeletemy friend suggested we try running up this trail the next time ! plan to reply. "only if you sponsor new shoes !"
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