What we’re about
Backpack, Hike, Camp, Kayak- Outdoor adventures- we love to do it all! Based out of Central Virginia!
SPACE IS AVAILABLE BUT WAITLIST IS IN PLACE UNTIL CAMPING FEE PAID. READ ON FOR MORE DETAILS….
This event is cross-posted with we love to camp over 50 meet-up group.
We can’t think of a better way to enjoy nature than camping, hiking and/or biking in beautiful Northern Virginia at Prince William Forest Park.
CAMPSITE COST
The Turkey Run group campsites H&I have been reserved for 2 nights. Each site holds 25 people. The cost for the campsite is $15 per person for both nights.
Everyone signing up for the trip will be placed on a waitlist until payment is made.
Once you have paid for your spot message me how you paid and I will move you to going.
$15 per person
Payable to your host Debora Mahan aka Debdeb “Mama Mayhem” via app of your choice.
PayPal – 804-920-6340 or [email protected]
Zelle – 804-920-6340 or [email protected]
Cash App - $Debora MahanVA07
No refunds, if you are unable to attend you will need to find someone to take your slot.
FRIDAY NIGHT POT LUCK AND SOCIAL
Since all the potlucks in the past have been extremely successful let’s plan another. If you are open to sharing please bring a dish to share. We will hang out socialize, eat, drink and be merry. Pot Luck will start at 600pm. Arrive when you can.
ACTIVITIES
There are 37 miles of hiking trails meander through the 15,000 acre Prince William Forest Park. Although we will not be covering all 37 miles we will be planning a coordinated hike on Saturday and Sunday to tackle some of those miles.
Maps can be downloaded:
https://www.nps.gov/prwi/planyourvisit/maps.htm
On and Off road biking is available if that’s your jam. Definitely not Debdeb’s jam I need to keep me feet planted firmly on the ground.
ENTRANCE FEES AND PASSES
Entrance fees and valid 'America the Beautiful' passes, Federal Recreation Lands pass or Prince William Forest Park annual passes are required to enter the park. Entrance fees are not included in campground rental fees and must be paid upon entry. They can be paid at the entrance station when entering the park, at the visitor center when the entrance station is closed, or online at recreation.gov. Fee is $20 per car.
If looking to carpool you can start a discussion in the chat box and what area you are wanting to carpool from.
Sadly, no pets are allowed at Turkey Run Campground.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Shenandoah section Hike- Part 2Needs location
Come section hike the Shenandoah with us! This is Part 2 of a 7 part series of overnight section hikes.
We will park at Elkwallow Wayside (location, won't let me input:)
38.738628, -78.310960 then shuttle to our starting point, a parking lot off Skyline Drive.We will camp overnight at Pass Mountain Hut- it has a piped spring, tenting, privy, bear box and bear pole.
The overall length of this section is about 15.55 miles with 2,969 ft total elevation Gain.
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/shannies-2-167434f?u=i&sh=mkn9ym
There will be a fee to the shuttle driver(s), so that will be posted in the comments later on once the final head count has been determined. The cost will be split evenly amongst those going.
This is not a beginner friendly trip. Everyone must register themselves for an overnight backcountry pass in the Shenandoahs individually, as there is now a small fee. Link here: Backcountry Permit & Regulations - Shenandoah National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
This trip is cross posted with Virginia Outdoor Adventures and The James River Hikers.
- RAVEN ROCKS DAY HIKE 5.7 miles & HARPER’S FERRY TOWN ADVENTURERockville Park-n-Ride, rockville, VA
Details:
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Whoever wants to carpool can meet at the Hickory Haven Park & Ride (2031 Ashland Rd, Rockville, VA 23146) to carpool and then head over to VA Route 7, Snickers Gap (Harry Byrd Hwy Bluemont, VA 20135). Parking is scarce as this is such a popular destination so we will get an early start and carpool to help ensure we are able to secure spots in this parking lot that holds about a dozen cars.
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We will do an out and back hike to Raven Rocks approximately 2.85 miles each way for a total of 5.7 miles with 1,535 ft in elevation gain.
This is a moderate trail with the final viewpoint being the most magnificent. This out-and-back hike -- which some locals call "the roller-coaster" -- winds up and down several ridges, some of which are steep. When leaves have fallen, the valley peeks through in the distance. The terrain is similar to other sections of the AT in the area and there are some sections that are very rocky.
Due to the terrain it’s recommended to wear good hiking boots to get through this great hike.You will pass over a few creeks, including raven rocks hollow on your way to the great views at the lookout. Take a few minutes to enjoy the view before you retrace your steps back to the parking area.
***Please note that parking is scarce, especially on weekends.***
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/raven-rocks-via-appalachian-trail -
After completing the hike and capturing lots of amazing photos we will head over to Harper’s Ferry, WV to explore the town and enjoy some lunch.
Questions or concerns feel free to text or call:
Cynda: 757-804-9232
Stacy: 804-937-3943
Debdeb: 804-920-6340 -
- AT Overnight Section Hike- PenMar, Annapolis Rock and Black RockSunflower Cottage, Highfield-Cascade, MD
Meet at Sunflower Cottage Hostel Friday at 5:30 pm or whenever you can arrive or you can meet at the Hostel 8am Saturday morning.
EVERYONE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR BOOKING THEIR OWN SPACE AT THE HOSTEL.
Sunflower Cottage: Text to reserve 240-469-7609
Polska Hiker Cottage: $25 Blue Moon Room: $35 Peach Room: $35 Breakfast included
Tent or Car Camping also available. Cars can be left at hostel. They do not charge for vehicle parking but do request a donation to the hostel.Shuttles to the starting point will be booked shortly before the trip. Shuttle costs will be split equally between everyone going.
Saturday: Shuttle to I-70 Footbridge AT mile marker 1049.1. We will hike NOBO to Raven Rock Shelter 1061.7. New Shelter – Privy – Bear Cables. .3 mile downhill to the east of the AT is a pooling spring. Can also fill up 1 mile before camp at 1060.8 a wide rocky stream. 12.6 miles
Sunday: Start AT mile marker 1061.7 hike NOBO to Sunflower Cottage AT mile marker 1067.5. 5.8 miles
We will hike a total of 18.3 AT miles.
Splitting the Appalachian Trail Maryland section into 2 separate trips due to proximity.
If you have any questions, please contact us:
DebDeb aka Mama Mayhem 804-920-6340
Stacy aka Dirty Daisy 804-937-3943
Here is a link to a suggested backpacking list from REI:
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-checklist.html