It’s pretty cozy sleeping in the camper
But the gorgeous sunrise pulled us out
Today, we’re headed back into Shenandoah
They love to brag about the fall leaves in the park—
And they weren’t wrong!
We had to pull over for some gawking on our way to the Ranger’s Station
Because, of course, we needed to get our Junior Ranger badges
Now, bring on the hike!
Mom chose the Dark Hallows Falls to Rose River Falls loop
For our first hike of the day.
It was a lovely, quick, downhill hike to Dark Hallows Falls
Family pic for the win
And then we set off into the woods
For the slow loop assent back up
It was very pretty out in the woods
We followed the Rose River and
There were all sorts of deep pools with fish in them
The city is fun
But there is something about being in nature
That is good for the soul
There were all sorts of things to see
We ran into a few snakes
And deer.
And how about this tree?
Looks like some crazy arms!
Not the most exciting hike ever,
But it was an enjoyable 5.5 miles.
It was getting late in the day
So we decided to finish up with a hike to the highest point in the park:
Hawksbill Point
We chose the shorter-but-steeper route up the Lower Hawksbill trail—
And it was worth the 3/4 mile scurry
Great place for a roadie drink
When we got back down,
We noticed that there was access to the Appalachian trail
Just off the Hawksbill trail
Check that out!
Been on the Appalachian Trail?
Check!
Mom needed to walk on it just a bit…
Back at the campsite,
It melted into a beautiful evening
Perfect for a campfire
And a few more rides in the golf cart
Because tomorrow,
We’re on the move to our next stop…
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