| Hike | Date |
| Overmountain Victory Trail Hike to Little Hump and Hump Mountain Balds | Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at 8:30 am -5:00 PM (Moved from December 12th) |
| First Day Hike | Thursday, January 1st, 2026 |
| Trails Less Traveled: Seven Sisters | Saturday, March 7th, 2026 |
Overmountain Victory Trail Hike to Little Hump and Hump Mountain Balds
Hike Description:
Join us for this hike to the Little Hump and Hump Mountain Balds via the historic Overmountain Victory Trail and the Appalachian Trail. This 8.6-mile moderate/Strenuous out-and-back hike with 2,306 feet of elevation gain will take us to the spectacular views of Little Hump and Hump Mountain. Led by Luke Largess and Elizabeth Leland this hike offers views of the Tennessee and North Carolina Mountains including Grandfather Mountain to the East and Roan Mountain to the west. The summit of Little Hump is at 5,453 feet and the summit of Hump Mountain is at 5,587 feet with views comparable to the Sound of Music! In 1780, more than 2,000 Patriot militiamen hunted British Major General Patrick Ferguson’s army for two weeks, trekking through Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina, crossing the Appalachian Mountains along the way.
Meet 8:30 am: Hillman Beer (78 Catawba Avenue, Old Fort, NC 28762) – Take Commerce Street off of Catawba Avenue in Old Fort to park in the large lot behind the brewery.
Estimated Return Time to Cars: 5:00 pm.
First Day Hike: Bridal Veil Falls – Dupont State Forest
Start your 2026 off on the right foot with a New Year’s Day Hike!
Description: Leaving from the Buck Springs Parking Area at the High Falls Access, this 6.6-mile easy to moderate loop hike with only 500 feet of elevation gain will take us past High Falls to the beautiful Bridal Veil Falls. Easily one of the most beautiful spots in Dupont State Forest, Bridal Veil Falls was featured in the Last of the Mohicans and The Hunger Games. On our return we will make a stop at the Old Dupont Family Airstrip with its beautiful views from the end of the runway.
Meet: 9:30 am – Ingles Mills River (3338 Boylston Highway/191, Mills River) – Park on the side of the parking lot closest to the gas station. We will carpool to the trailhead from there.
Estimated Return Time to Cars: 3:30 pm.
Post Hike Celebration – To Be Determined
Trails Less Traveled: Seven Sisters Hike
Hike Overview: The Seven Sisters peaks are a familiar sight from Lake Tomahawk. While the Seven Sisters span an expanse of only 3.5 miles, hiking up to and across the range is a strenuous, 9.8-mile distance. Along the way, hike leaders will share historical anecdotes about the peak’s nomenclature, social history, geography, and ecology. The hike has several panoramic views. This hike is recommended only for experienced hikers.
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