Mill Mountain Trail/Big Schloss (Rating: A)

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

This hike in the GWNF is approximately 11.9 miles long and has an elevation gain of 2,066 feet, give or take. The top of Big Schloss peak is an interesting rock formation with great views. Hikers must be physically fit and able to maintain an overall pace of 2.25 to 2.5 miles/hour when moving.
This hike is at the upper end of the "A" range. If you have not recently done an "A" hike or at least two "B" hikes, this hike is not for you. Please message the leader if you have any concerns about your ability to complete this hike.

Basics:
Distance: 11.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 2066 ft
Rating: A (due to distance and elevation gain).

Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy

Carpool details:
Meeting place: Centreville Park and Ride (38.835996, -77.455574)
https://goo.gl/maps/hc3LRG7Hsy2wMJs18
Meeting time: please be a few minutes early for departure at 7:00
Leader will not be at the carpool location.

Driving time to trailhead: 1 hour 30 minutes without stops
Carpooling is highly encouraged because parking is limited at the trailhead.

Suggested carpool fee (Riders pay drivers): $8

Neither the Club nor the hike leaders are responsible for coordinating transportation to/from the trailhead. Hikers are not guaranteed to get a ride to the trailhead from the carpool location. Carpooling is organized by the participants, and participation is at your own risk.

Trailhead details:
Location: Walf Gap Rec Trailhead parking, GWNF
38.924414, -78.689461
https://maps.app.goo.gl/7f9xDEAyNVxAt8pp9

Meeting time at the trailhead: 8:45 am for a 9:00 am departure
Please let the group know (in the Event Comments) if you plan to meet us at the trailhead.

Map of the hike (and more details): https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/west-virginia/mill-mountain-trail
Trail Info and map.

Hike starting time: 9:00 am
Please bring lunch, snack, 2 quarts of water, hat, bug spray, first-aid kit, and proper footwear. Hiking poles advised. The trails may be wet and muddy in sections.

Robert He, 703-981-0154