Date: Friday, September 20th
Time: 8:00 am
Where: Pisgah National Forest near Brevard, NC
Distance: 10+ miles
Difficulty: Very strenuous (10+ mile hike with significant elevation change)
Cost: FREE for all participants (pre-registration is required)
Kick-off Clawtoberfest with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy by joining us to celebrate our “For Love of Beer and Mountains” partnerships! We’re hitting the trails for an annual 10+ mile trek to the summit of Clawhammer Mountain, namesake of Highland Brewing Company’s seasonal Clawhammer Oktoberfest Lager, where stunning views and crisp mountain air await. One of the longer, more challenging hikes that we offer throughout the year, we will follow along multi-use trails that traverse mountain bike, equestrian, and hiking trails as well as forest service roads. Prepare to hike a steep climb along a creek, through wildflower patches and rich cove forest. From Clawhammer Cove to the summit, we will climb close to 1,900 feet to finish at 4,072ft elevation. The cliff-top view at the summit offers scenic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway and Looking Glass in Pisgah National Forest.
This hike is part of our corporate partnership with Highland Brewing Company in Asheville, NC. Highland donates a portion of sales of seasonal releases during the “release party” at the Tasting Room in Asheville to support SAHC’s land and water conservation efforts, and we lead guided hikes for folks to experience and enjoy the natural landscapes for which these seasonal brews are named.
Please Note: There are a couple of single log bridges, muddy areas, rocky and steep inclines and a chance of yellow jackets; SAHC wants to provide a fun and safe trip so please be aware of these conditions.
What To Bring: Hiking boots, hiking poles (optional), packed lunch, 2 liters of water, jacket/rain gear. Please be sure to check the weather forecast and bring appropriate layers.
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a leash.
Leader: Justin Tucker, Outreach Program Manager. For questions or more info, contact Justin at justin@appalachian.org
