Upcoming Events

Date: 06/13/2026

Skill Level:  Beginner
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: Catawba Falls  Trailhead
GPS: 35.613861, -82.229806

Description:  This is Men's Only Hike as we honor fathers, fathers figures and mentors. We'll hit the trail share stories encourage one another and celebrate the strength and impact of men who lead guide, and inspire. 

Length: 3.6  miles

Elevation Gain: 843 ft

Trail Type: Loop

Dstance from Charlotte: 2hr 15 min

AllTrails Map: Catawba Falls River and Ridge Loop.

Date: 04/24/26 - 04/26/26

Skill Level:  Beginner- Intermediate
Time: 3:00 p.m.  End 12:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: Primitive Group Camp  Site #3
GPS: 35.380372, -80.066280

Description:  This is a primitive camping experience- no hookups,  no electricity,  and no showers. Tent only with restroom, picnic tables and fire pit. 

Important Notes:

• If new to camping must register to attend camping 101. (Online Call)

• No refunds will be issued after cancellations made within 30 days of event start date.

• No Shows ( participants register but do not attend and do not cancel in advance) forfeit their payment.

• NO PETS ALLOWED

In the event park closures due to weather concerns, participants will receive a credit towards future event. 

Date: 08/28/26 - 8/30/26

Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Meeting Point:  Deep Creek  Group Camp

GPS: 35.4632980, -83.4346651

Description:  This is primitive  camping experience  with no hookups,  no electricity,  and no showers.  Tent only with restrooms, picnic tables and fire pit.

What to expect

• Easy Access to waterfall hikes,  scenic trails, and creek time

• Optional tubing and fishing 

• Optional Great Smoky Mt, train ride.

Important Notes:

• If new to camping must register to attend camping 101. (Online Call)

• No refunds will be issued after cancellations made within 30 days of event start date.

• No Shows ( participants register but do not attend and do not cancel in advance) forfeit their payment.

• NO PETS ALLOWED

• Parking Pass require in none designated parking area.  Pass can be purchase at Recreation.gov or smokiesLife.org.

Date: 09/26/2026-09/27/2026

Skill:  Beginner
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Meeting Point: Trailhead

Description:  This is fantastic trail includes the ascent to Sugarloaf and Morrow Mountain.  The tail leading to summit is uphill climb, hiking  poles recommended for this hike. 

Length: 5.7 miles

Elevation Gain: 1,013 ft

Trail Type: Loop

Dstance from Charlotte: 2hr 15 min

AllTrails Map: Sugarloaf and Morrow Mountain

Date: 01/03/2026

Skill: Intermediate
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Meeting Point: Morrow Mt. Parking lot
GPS:

Description:  This is fantastic trail includes the ascent to Sugarloaf and Morrow Mountain.  The trial leading to summit is uphill climb, hiking  poles recommended for this hike. 

Length: 5.7 miles

Elevation Gain: 1,013 ft

Trail Type: Loop

Dstance from Charlotte: 2hr 15 min

AllTrails Map: Sugarloaf and Morrow Mountain

Date: 01/19/2026

Skill:  Beginner
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Meeting Point: Pearl  Street Park
GPS: 35.212514, -80.837885

Description: This walk will take place at Pearl Street Park, a site rich in local Black history.  The surrounding neighborhood has long been a hub of culture, resilience and community for Charlotte's  Black residents, and we'll take a moment to reflect on the stories and contribution  that make this area so meaningful. 

Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft.

Trail Type:  Out and Back

Date: 02/21/2026

Hiking Level: Soul Ascender 
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Meeting Point:  Trailhead Widows Creek to  Cedar  Rock via MST
GPS: 36.39458,  -81.06889

Description:  This is a scenic hike at Stone Mountain State Park. The trail travels through a forest area and leads to several veiwpoints.

Length: 5.5 miles (optional 2 miles)

Elevation Gain: 813 ft

Trail Type: Out and Back

Dstance from Charlotte: 1hr 30 min

AllTrails Map: Widows Creek to Cedar Rock via MST

Date: 03/21/26 - 03/23/26

Skill:  Beginner/Intermediate
Time: 8:30 a.m.  End - 12:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: Wolf  Pit  Trailhead
GPS: 35.82416, -81.88964

Description: This is beginner to intermediate level backpacking trip designed for participants who completed our Backpacking Basics Virtual Class or anyone with backpacking experience. 

What to Expect:

1. Guided backpacking adventure on challenging trail

2. 1 night backcountry camping

3. Group pace with regular breaks

4. Hands on practice with backpacking skills and gear

Length: 4.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 1200 ft.

Trail Type:  Out and Back

Date: 01/03/2026

Skill Level: Intermediate
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 7 :00 p.m.
Meeting Point: Morrow Mt. Parking lot
GPS:

Description:  This is fantastic trail includes the ascent to Sugarloaf and Morrow Mountain.  The trial leading to summit is uphill climb, hiking  poles recommended for this hike. 

Length: 5.7 miles

Elevation Gain: 1,013 ft

Trail Type: Loop

Dstance from Charlotte: 2hr 15 min

AllTrails Map: Sugarloaf and Morrow Mountain

Date: 04/24/26 - 04/26/26

Skill Level:  Beginner- Intermediate
Time: 3:00 p.m.  End 12:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: Primitive Group Camp  Site #3
GPS: 35.380372, -80.066280

Description:  This is a primitive camping experience- no hookups,  no electricity,  and no showers. Tent only with restroom, picnic tables and fire pit. 

Important Notes:

• If new to camping must register to attend camping 101. (Online Call)

• No refunds will be issued after cancellations made within 30 days of event start date.

• No Shows ( participants register but do not attend and do not cancel in advance) forfeit their payment.

• NO PETS ALLOWED

In the event park closures due to weather concerns, participants will receive a credit towards future event. 

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