At first I thought it was possibly GPS/fitness trackers that were throwing off the distance for the other reviewers, but the Alltrails recording (after sync) and Garmin say it was 11+ miles. Reservoir Ridge Trail to Foothills Trail Loop is a 2.8 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Bellvue, Colorado that features a lake and is rated as moderate. I chose it for the elevation gain and it delivered. I was so overheated and exhausted at this point that I was having dry heaves. On average it takes 27 minutes to complete this trail. Good training for Mt. Create Recommended Route or Trail . This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a hard overall physical rating with a 5 m blue climb. I’m much more inclined to fall going down one of these steep descents. Great trail, moderate, steady climb to the parkway It was a fun day hike with the dog, though there were some really muddy bits. seems like thered be a lot of flowers in spring...i just saw buds. It then transforms into a series of switchbacks. The last mile going up is the toughest part. I almost did not do this one as there are no water sources past .3 and it was August, but I started at 08:30 and the temp was cool. SC. Two people and two dogs all received multiple stings. Please explain. Possibly an eagle? 1 Peter 2:21, Backpacking Journals and Photos from Long Distance Hikers, US 11 Carlisle Pike Mile Marker 1132, Pennsylvania. And maybe rightfully so. Trip Miles: 47.90. Particularly Special Place. This is a good time to restock your water supply! remember to take a steep right in the first clearing after 2 streams. Heartbreak's tread is narrow, and often constricted even more by Laurel and Rhododendron encroaching into the corridor. Heartbreak Ridge - 19.10 Miles - From Cantrell Campsite To Lake Jocasse - This morning’s highlight was the climb to the top of Sassafras Mountain, the highest point in South Carolina. Even with trekking poles this was a doozy though, and I've been training for hikes like this for 3 months. The Foothills Trail Heartbreak Bench "Marathon" *** Actual mileage is about 24-25 miles *** This self supported marathon begins in the Laurel Valley Parking Lot off HWY 178. Lightly marked (yellow marks on trees) so there were some questionable turns at points. As you drive in, the trailhead is on your right and looks like a dirt/gravel road. Heartbreak Ridge is a highly rated 4,006 m popular black singletrack scenic trail located near Ballater. I would recommend the hike. Perhaps it was because we were hiking West to East, but it turned out to be not nearly as bad as we were expecting. I really need to recover tonight. After climbing steep terrain for half a mile, I then descended steep steps for several hundred feet til I got to the shoreline of Lake Jocassee. HEARTBREAK RIDGE / KELLY'S HEROES / FIREFOX - HEARTBREAK RIDGE / KELLY'S HEROES / FIREFOX (3 DVD) Stoßtrupp Gold [dt./OV] Firefox Magura Fahrradbremse MT Trail Sport 1-Finger HC-Hebel Links/rechts verwendbar Set bestehend aus Zwei Bremsen für Vorderrad 4 und Hinterrad 2 Kolben, schwarz, One Size, 2701389 Carbotecture Gebergehäuse; Ergonomischer 1-Finger HC Bremshebel aus … There is a creek to cross at .3 that was difficult due to lots of recent rain, but I think during "normal" flow, it should be easy enough to jump from rock to rock to cross. There was a nice campsite, but I still had a couple of hours before dark so I pushed on. Distance: 5.8 miles. The Foothills Trail, though steep in places, is not especially rugged, so trail runners are more than adequate. If not, then I will assess what my body tells me it will do. First Year of the Event: 1994. It was breathtaking to be able to turn all the way around and see the smoky mist below me in every direction. However there were some really nice views along the way. HEARTBREAK RIDGE / KELLY'S HEROES / FIREFOX - HEARTBREAK RIDGE / KELLY'S HEROES / FIREFOX (3 DVD) Stoßtrupp Gold [dt./OV] Firefox Magura Fahrradbremse MT Trail Sport 1-Finger HC-Hebel Links/rechts verwendbar Set bestehend aus Zwei Bremsen für Vorderrad 4 und Hinterrad 2 Kolben, schwarz, One Size, 2701389 Carbotecture Gebergehäuse; Ergonomischer 1-Finger HC Bremshebel aus … And they wer :(. Special thanks to Lester Farmer and Eddie Posey as well as the Foothills Trail Conference for the support and advocacy of this great jewel of the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Western Carolinas. Steep in parts, not as rocky as I was expecting based on the other descriptions. Length| 77 Miles Location| Western North Carolina and Northern South Carolina Highlights| 13 Waterfalls, Gorges, Wooden Steps, Multiple Suspension Bridges, State High Point, Volunteer Coordinated Shuttles Maps and Guidebooks| Anti-Gravity Gear Pocket Profile ($3.95), Foothills Trail Conference Trail Map ($15.00), Foothills Trail Conference Guidebook ($16.00) Long day! Took me 3 hrs up and 3 hrs back with a few stops each way. At 0.2 miles, the trail dips down into a wooded area and then it makes its final steep approach to Heartbreak Ridge. like other reviewers have said, pretty much all uphill with the exception of a couple short portions. Really into it but was a bit bummed out when we reached the top, there was no view. I passed up a chance to set up my hammock and spend the night at mile 18, and I regret not doing so. Spam? Add a Symbol . Being a jerk / offensive? Eagle Foothills Ridge Loop [PRIVATGRUNDSTÜCK] ist ein 4.9 Meilen langer, moderat besuchter Rundweg in der Nähe von Eagle, Idaho. Don’t do this one in the afternoon when it’s hot or if you’re inexperienced. Stiff then moderate ascent continuously for a little less than 5 1/2 miles. First Previous Next Last. Login to Update Event. Features: High Ridge above Lake Jocassee Views are nice, but mostly through trees until you get to the top. trail goes west up and east down so the sun is on the back of your neck the entire time. Some great views along the way. Head West on The Foothills Trail towards Lake Jocassee. Selbst solch lustige Szenen, wie Gunnys Aktion mit den verschieden farbigen T-Shirts, haben stets einen Hintergedanken. 6/30/19 Hike - The trail starts off pretty flat both before and after you cross the railroad tracks. Share a Photo . The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. 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