May 8, 2025 – May 10, 2025
Backpacking - Dolly Sods Wilderness, Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia
Thursday May 8 to Saturday May 10, 2025 (3 Day / 2 Night) ( 21 Miles = 6.5 + 9 + 5.5)
Costs: $20 to COP to underwrite the insurance coverage. Cost for transportation can be shared, bring or pay for own food
Group Size Limit – 8 (plus 2 Leaders) (Sign up deadline is April 12, 2025)
Difficulty: Moderate
Trip Leader - Jim Villacres - jpvill@hotmail.com
Description: Dolly Sods Wilderness is home to unique bog and heath ecotypes that are typical of areas much farther north than the Mountain State. The stunted red spruces, natural cranberry bogs and huckleberry fields, and sphagnum bogs that characterize Dolly Sods aren’t found elsewhere in the US and are more common in southern Canada. The Dolly Sods area ranges from 2500 to 4700 feet above sea level so colder temperatures can occur anytime of the year. Trails can be muddy and wet so be prepared to get your feet wet. The spectacular views and unique ecosystems make it a popular and highly rated backpacking destination.
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