Collins Gulf – Cancelled, rescheduled for March

Saturday, January 20 —Collins Gulf in Savage Gulf State Natural Area, 12.3 miles, strenuous with rocks, el. gain 1700’. We will head to the Collins Gulf Trail, then down down down to the Collins River. We’ll follow along the river until we swing around to the east and make our way to the Stagecoach Road, then up up up to the top of the plateau. Switching to cruise control, we’ll follow the Collins Gulf rim for several miles. Then we plunge down into the gulf again, cross an impressive bridge, and putter slowly up the other side, with the parking lot not far off (but not as close as we may like). Then we may all pat ourselves on the back. Check the weather forecast and choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring lots of food and water; and gather up hiking poles, rain jacket, and sunscreen as needed. For carpooling/caravanning, meet at Food City on Signal Mountain Road, in the near back corner of the parking lot, at 8:30 am ET. https://bit.ly/3pk0suY  Please register with hike leader Betsy Darken, 423-718-2060. Carpool cost $4.00.