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Saturday Dec. 27 hike canceled
December 26, 2025
The hike leader canceled this hike due to illness.
Annual New Year's Day Hike: Return To Green River Game Lands
December 25, 2025
After a two-year hiatus, our annual New Year's Day hike is returning to the rugged and beautiful Green River Game Lands on the border of Henderson County. This NY's hike is a 22-plus year-old CMC tradition. (One year, Bernard Elias dressed as Santa Claus and delivered chocolate during breakfast.)
Although this trail is rated B-B, this will be a strenuous hike. Please read the damage and challenge notes below.
Logistics & Meeting Points
Optional Breakfast at 8:00 A.M. at Cracker Barrel - 105 Commercial Blvd, Flat Rock, NC 28731
Hike Meet-Up at 9:15 A.M. at Cracker Barrel - For those skipping breakfast.
Breakfast RSVP: If you plan to have breakfast, please send a message to the leaders at mwcornn@gmail.com.
Options: You are welcome to have breakfast only, hike only, or join us for both.
Trail Conditions: Please Read Carefully
The Green River Game Lands has changed significantly due to extreme damage from Hurricane Helene and subsequent fires. While the total mileage and elevation gain rate it as a B-B, this hike will be strenuous and requires careful navigation.
Obstacles: Expect to be climbing over and under some downed trees.
Landslide Areas: The Pulliam Creek Trail includes several sections where we will be maneuvering along landslide areas.
We have successfully scouted the entire route and managed the challenges, removing the stress of the unknown.
Most Challenging Section: Be prepared for a highly challenging section located just above the view of the Narrows. (See the provided picture for reference).
The Good News:
Easy Water Crossing: The last water crossing, which was difficult in the past, is now a simple rock hop.
Crowd-Free: The damaged conditions mean the trail will not be crowded.
Improved Views: Following the Green River Cove Trail along the river, we will enjoy more open river views than before.
Hike Details & Safety
Route: We will follow the Green River Cove Trail along the river, stopping for lunch with a river view. We will then transition to the Pulliam Creek Trail.
Shortened Option: The hike may be shortened to approximately 7 miles by eliminating the in-and-out section to Big Rocks (our usual lunch spot). This decision may be made on the trail, or the shortened route will be an option for those who prefer it.
Hunting Season: Please wear some bright orange visibility gear, as January 1st is the last day of hunting season.
Substitute hike for Dec. 31
December 23, 2025
The Devil's Courthouse hike on Dec. 31 has been replaced with Laurel River Trail hike. See hike description to sign up.