Umstead State Park - Fast/Advanced Hike - Sycamore Trail

I'm looking for a few dedicated advanced hikers that want to go fast on the Sycamore Trail in Umstead this Saturday. If your up for the challenge then please join me.

We will maintain a steady 3.5 - 4 miles per hour pace on this hike so expect the group to be moving quickly. This is an advance level hike so everyone is expected to keep up!! WE WILL NOT WAIT FOR STRAGGLERS. If you become separated from the group it will be your responsibility to find your way back to the trailhead. RSVPing YES is your acknowledgment that you understand and accept the rules that have been defined for this hike. There are park maps at the Visitor Center if you are unsure of the park trails. Please be on time we have a 5 minute grace period before we hit the trail.

WHERE:
William B. Umstead State Park
8801 Glenwood Ave. (US-70)
Raleigh, NC 27617

On a park map, the entrance is the Crabtree Creek Entrance, which is located on US-70 (Glenwood Ave) just west of Ebenezer Church Road and South of 540. Once you enter the park, you will be on Umstead Parkway. Follow Umstead Parkway past the Visitors Center and keep going all the way to the last parking lot. We will meet by the steps at the middle of the parking lot and then proceed on the hike.

Map:
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ASSISTANT ORGANIZER/HIKE LEADER: Tim (Cell: 345-7976)
DISTANCE: 7.2 miles (est.)
DIFFICULTY: Moderate - trails have roots, bridges, rocks, and hills; we'll be going at a quick pace without many stops.
Good hiking boots and water is recommended.
TIME: Approx. 2 hours