Chunky Gal Trail - Boteler Peak to AT

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Chunky Gal Trail - Boteler Peak to AT

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Hwy 64 NC

Hike: Chunky Gal Trail - Boteler Peak to AT

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Mar 17 2025 9:00 am >> Mon, Mar 17 2025 5:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 6:45 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Sun, Mar 2 2025 7:30 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Mar 16 2025 8:00 pm

Event Duration:

8 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Advanced

Distance:

18 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Tim W

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

8 / 1 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Join me on this tough hike along the curiosly named Chunky Gal Trail. This trail is known for its steep climbs and rugged terrain. It's a solid D6 hike with extended and challenging climbs totaling about 18 miles and about 4500 ft elevation gain.

We'll start where the trail crosses hwy-64 and head up Boteler Peak for an awesome view of Chatuge Lake and the Hiawasee and Hayesville area. Then it's back down to the cars and across the road for the climb up to the intersecion with the AT. Expect some steep sections and blowdown along the way. There's an optional detour down the AT to the site of a plane crash near Whiteoak Stamp and Muskrat Creek Shelter.

Stories about the origin of the "Chunky Gal" name vary. One legend tells of a young Cherokee woman who left her family to be with a man from another tribe. Another suggests it's derived from a native American game called "Chunque".

This is a tough D6 hike of 18 miles and 4500 ft. The average pace should be 2.7-2.8 mph. Be sure you're comfortable with hikes lasting up to 7 hours including faster pace sections of 3.0+ mph. Recent D6 experience is needed to join the fun. Expect an email from the trip leader to assess your compatibility if you don't have any D6 hikes in your AOC profile over the past few months.

Required Items to Bring:

sturdy and comfortable hiking shoes/boots

water and/or sports drink

lunch and snacks

Recommended Items to Bring:
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hiking poles

electrolytes

rain gear

rosey disposition

towel

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Please meet the Chunky Gal Trailhead by 9:00am.

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

220Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

6:45 am

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Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $88.00 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.

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