Mercer County Waterfalls Hike

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We are heading to Pipestem Resort State Park on Saturday, October 18th.  Before we hit the park, we’ll go about six miles south to Brush Creek Falls, which is on the WV Waterfall Trail.  Note that the road to the falls is steep and narrow, but is very doable.  Then we’ll hike another 1.7 miles to White Oak Falls, also on the Waterfall Trail.  This trail goes along a rocky ledge with great views of the creek below.  After this adventure, we will visit the Bolar Lookout Tower via the Pipestem Knob Trail (short, steep).  There are several additional trails to explore in the park….or you can relax in the lodge before we head home.  A short stop on the highway will also “snag” Pipestem Falls.  Note:  The newly-refurbished Aerial Tram MAY be open, although the website was not taking reservations for it.  Cost is $13 adults and $10 seniors (on your own).   if you plan to meet at The Hub or at the trailhead!  Here is the FB page:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1367844966948468  It is public, so you should be able to send a message. Get free membership here: https://members.activeswv.org/member-application If you have never created a membership, minors will have their own application filled out by parents with parent email. Please do not attend programs if you are feeling ill. Regarding Community Captain Programs and groups of children: All Active SWV Community Captain programs are family friendly; children are invited to attend with the expectation of a parent/guardian ratio of 1 guardian adult to 5 children. It is our expectation for larger groups of children ( e.g. Scouts, youth groups, etc ), that an adult to child ratio of 1 adult to 5 children be observed in ages 5 and under, and 1 adult to 10 children be observed for ages 5 and above Registration to any Active SWV free programming indicates acceptance of our liability waiver for every adult and child attending. https://activeswv.org/.../Release-Assumption-of-Risk-and...  Regarding Community Captain Programs and groups of children: All Active SWV Community Captain programs are family friendly; children are invited to attend with the expectation of a parent/guardian ratio of 1 guardian adult to 5 children. It is our expectation for larger groups of children (e.g. Scouts, youth groups, etc), that an adult to child ratio of 1 adult to 5 children be observed in ages 5 and under, and 1 adult to 10 children be observed for ages 5 and above. If you haven't already Join MemberPlus today, start here: https://members.activeswv.org/member-application