After missing last weeks hiking days, I was anxious to get back on the trail this am. Even though it was 38 degrees when I left this morning, I wasn't going to let that stop me. Met Pam and we traveled just a few miles on Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park where we were meeting our group. This particular hike today was only accessible by a 30 minute boat ride up the Toxaway River on Lake Jocassee, unless you were doing a through hike and was already on the trail.
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| Just a little chilly! |
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| Jocassee was down about 25 feet which made for a different view of the shore line. |
This 5.8 mile was my first "strenuous hike" according to the guide book. It was well worth it. Just shortly after we reach the trail head, we approached a 225 ft. suspension bridge that crosses Toxaway River.
There were many designated campsites on this section. It would be neat to do an overnighter some day. Continuing on we approached "Heartbreak Ridge". We had .7 miles of wooden steep steps. Lost count, when I ran out of breath.
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| A lunch break is definitely in order! |
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| The Mountain Laurel was in bloom all over the area. |
We all treated ourselves to a bit of wine, beer and snacks on the boat ride back. It turn out to be a beautiful, sunny but breezy day....which for me makes a perfect hiking day.
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