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Tray Mountain from Andrews Cove




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Andrews Cove Campground   Hike: Tray Mountain from Andrews Cove  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Sep 29 2019  7:30 am >> Sun, Sep 29 2019 4:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Sep 23 2019 7:33 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Sep 28 2019 7:55 pm
Event Duration:8 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult
Distance:10 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
RonnyJ (Call me Ron)
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

It has been a while since I climbed Tray Mountain... it's time to go back!

I will be taking an alternate route that avoids the dreaded Rocky Mountain. We will start at Andrews Cove Campground for a 2 mile trip up the Andrews Cove Trail to the AT.

A right turn on the AT will continue our constant uphill journey to the summit. At the summit we will enjoy the views from the not-so-secret overlook where we will eat our lunch and enjoy the views. 

After our meal, we will head to the Tray Mountain shelter and enjoy the outstanding view from there too.

Now it is time to retrace our steps (all downhill!) to our cars to complete our out and back adventure.

This is a strenuous event with 2800 feet of ascent in under 5 miles. Recent D5 experience is required to join the fun.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Water
  • Food
  • Boots
  • Sense of adventure
Recommended Items to Bring:
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  • Camera
  • Hat
  • Snacks to share

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Andrews Cove Campground is located at a hairpin trail on the Unicoi Turnpike... don't pass it up!

Trailhead directions

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):130Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:30 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $52.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Notes:
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.