Central Va Trails 6.0

[GHARP57]

Hey guys and gals!

It is about that time of year again! Lets see if we can get a run going for Fall and maybe plan it for when the leaves are in peak color change for a beautiful ride!

Who is down for that? I know Flagpole will be the easiest run and give us gorgeous views once we are up are there any Places nearby in West Va we could travel to?

I will make a supplement 6.1 thread for voting if we get a couple areas selected to vote between.

Also who knows of reputable sources for us to follow the leaves changing to catch it at the right time?

 

[Elan_]

I'm in.

Fall Foliage | Virginia Department of Forestry

 

[kcdehart]

Was just on Flagpole last weekend with some cousins/friends and it was beautiful!

Might be down depending on the date

 

[NoVAphotog]

Definitely down for Flagpole again. Was a blast the last time.

I might be going to Rausch Creek on November 5th, I haven't fully committed to it yet (would rather go with you guys) but if others are interested in doing that it could be good option?

 

[mgoblue]

I'd be in depending on the date.

 

[01100101]

I'm in, would love to see the fall colors out there.

 

[kevinpt]

yes,

 

[e60ral]

I'll head up from Raleigh, i'm not free 11/5 or 11/19 though (football tickets)

 

[GHARP57]

Well it looks like the prime time is this weekend and next weekend for Flagpole. I'm sorry I haven't kept up with this we have been busy at work and I really don't check this once I get home.

I know it is short notice but is anyone available for this weekend and or next weekend? I will not be able to make it next Saturday the 29th.

 

[01100101]

Can't make it this weekend, but can probably make it next weekend. Have to check with the boss lady first.

 

[GHARP57]

Can't make it this weekend, but can probably make it next weekend. Have to check with the boss lady first.

You can solve that by bringing the boss lady :wink2:

 

[01100101]

So, when does it start to snow up there in the GWNF area?

 

[mgoblue]

So, when does it start to snow up there in the GWNF area?

I think it already has.

 

[Zapper]

Have you guys made plans for the next trip? I'm in defending on the date, with some pre planning I should be able to get leave. Thanks Zap

 

[Bmthompson10]

New

New to the area, in Cville. Where is this place?

 

[Bmthompson10]

Cvill- meaning Charlottesville. And where is flagpole? Are there any runs close to Charlottesville?

 

[gfxcruncher]

Cvill- meaning Charlottesville. And where is flagpole? Are there any runs close to Charlottesville?

Hey [MENTION=257619]Bmthompson10[/MENTION] "Flagpole" as it's typically referred to is west of Harrisonburg, VA. Look for Union Springs Road (FSR 225) it goes to Flagpole Knob.

There's a decent amount of trails in the GWNF, take a look at the MVUM here:
https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/gwj/maps-pubs/?cid=fsbdev3_000547 Map 9 shows the trail.

I was up there a few weeks ago and it was a lot more washed out and rocky from my previous time up, definitely "brushed" my underside few times... Going in from Moyers Gap (Briery Branch Road) is definitely easier. YMMV.