Hike Clifty Falls State Park - Sat 6/28

WOW! That is all I can say. We visited this park in April and it was GREAT! Nice rugged terrain (felt like I was hiking out west) beautiful scenery, multiple waterfalls (probably all dry now due to the lack of rain), a cave to explore, river crossings. I really was impressed. We will target 6+ miles, but because of the terrain this will be at least a 4 hour hike. There will be lots of hill work going in and out of the canyon. Since the riverbed will probably be dry we will hike up it, so wear very sturdy shoes/boots - we will be going over lots of rocks. And of course, bring lots of water (at least 48 ounces).

Camping: We will also be camping, RSVP at: http://hiking.meetup....

Meet at the Poplar Grove Shelter. Plenty of parking around the shelter, but you should use the restroom before you get there. We will have a hiker's potluck after the hike at the shelter (it is reserved). Bring snack food to share with the group (chips, fruit, cookies, crackers, cupcakes, granola, etc.). You can leave most of your food in your car until the end of the hike. We will take a break during the hike so you can bring a small snack on the hike if you like.

Clifty Falls State Park
2221 Clifty Drive
Madison, IN 47250
Office: 812-273-8885
Scott's Cell: 513-293-2684

Here is the map for the park: http://files.meetup.c...

Directions: You can go west from Cincinnati I-275 and then south, or down I-71 in Kentucky and north into Indiana. I went the northern route and it was very simple. I-275 (south of I-74) and take the Lawrenceburg exit #16 US-50 and go west 27 miles, turn south (left) on 421 and go about 22 miles. Turn west (right) on 62 and drive 3 miles to the park. Park entrance fee is $5 or $7 depending on whether you look like you are from Indiana.

Carpool location: In the Argosy parking lot (front corner) next to the Burger King parking lot at the Lawrenceburg exit #16. I won't be there (I'll be camping) so Tiffany Everett will be the carpool leader. Look for her Silver PT Cruiser. Meet at 11:15 am on Saturday. If you are going to be late or are lost, call her cell at (513) 227-4483.

See carpool map for details. http://files.meetup.c...

Call if you have questions 513-293-2684

- Scotty